Friday Fictioneers – Fed Up
Determined, Josephine woke at 5 a.m.
Saturday would mark her freedom day.
She felt battered.
No one could or had helped her.
They all said, “Be Patient”.
Right!
She grabbed her backpack, some rolls and water.
Woof looked at her with weepy eyes.
He’d been her constant friend and companion since birth.
As a baby, the word Wolf was hard to say. So,Woof it was.
Josephine got out of the house, without notice.
She always felt invisible.
Except at school, where the bullying felt unbearable.
Finally, she reached the tracks.
Without turning, she knew.
Woof was behind her.
2015©isadoradelavega
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***** Bullying is the use of force, threat, or coercion to abuse,
intimidate, or aggressively others.
The behavior is often repeated and habitual.
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The challenge is to write a story
beginning, middle and end in 100 words.
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March 1, 2015 at 9:44 pm
What a nice start to this great adventure of writing.. Bullying is terrible, and sad she had to leave, wonderful background to the name of the dog
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March 2, 2015 at 4:49 pm
Oh, I am very honored to have you visit and leave your incredible comment. Thank you for the encouragement and welcome. I appreciate your pointing out a part of the writing that was good. I am open to learning how to build a better craft of writing.
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March 1, 2015 at 8:28 pm
Beautiful and love your new header!
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March 2, 2015 at 4:39 pm
I’m happy you love the header. I wanted something that would say ‘writing’. When I can’t think of what to write I feel like the woman in the image. 😊
Thank you for enjoying my writing in this post.
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March 3, 2015 at 3:08 am
It’s so creative !
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March 1, 2015 at 7:47 pm
Time to get away. Hope the world isn’t too hard on the pair of them.
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March 4, 2015 at 3:56 pm
I suppose I could write a little story about them and seee if they make it. There are a great many possibilities in fiction.
A gal and her faithful companion trying to make it in a harsh world. : )
Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. It’s greatly appreciated. : )
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March 1, 2015 at 3:16 pm
Loved it! Can’t believe you can pack a whole story with emotion into only 100 words! great job. Maybe one day I will join in!
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March 2, 2015 at 4:44 pm
Oh yes, please do, join in. It’s a great challenge for the mind but extremely satisfying once finished. 😊
I’m very happy you enjoyed my story. I tend to be an emotional writer. This image brought a great deal of emotion to mind. Thanks for popping in and leaving such a stellar comment. 😀
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March 1, 2015 at 11:29 am
AnElephantCant give a big enough welcome
To his delightful new friend Isadora
She does not fail
With this excellent but heart-rending tale
He is sure he is going to adore her
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March 4, 2015 at 4:01 pm
Thank you very much for the welcome AnElephantCant. It’s greatly appreciated. Your very kind words have
brought a huge smile to my face. I am in the company of many prestigious writers who will teach me a lot.
I am honored to have been welcomed. : )
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March 1, 2015 at 2:55 am
Really wll written as always, Issy. I think Woof will make sure she comes to no harm. 🙂
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March 1, 2015 at 3:45 am
OOOpppsss … am I supposed to read this comment at dawn … or … maybe, you wrote it when the sun was rising at dawn. Confused ??? Yes !!! But, Thank you, Sylvia. I do think Woof will keep her safe. 😃😃😃
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March 1, 2015 at 3:48 am
Sorry, Issy. It’s way past my bedtime. 😳 Please edit. 🙂
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March 1, 2015 at 3:58 am
No worries … I have been in the buzzing moments of the night when the mind is saying “No”
but we are saying “Yes”. Will do … !!!!! Happy Weekend !!!!😍 😘
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February 28, 2015 at 11:59 pm
Well told. I feel her pain, and I’m glad she has Woof.
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March 1, 2015 at 3:53 am
WOW … I appreciate you kind words. He was her security blanket by always being there.
I enjoyed beings a part of such a pretigious group of writers. Thank you for you visiting
and your lovely comment.
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February 28, 2015 at 11:09 pm
Dear Isadora,
Welcome to Friday Fictioneers. Kids can be so cruel…to say that is almost cliche but I remember going through some of that as a kid. You don’t just outgrow the pain. Well done. I hope to read more from you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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March 1, 2015 at 3:56 am
Thank you for your very kind welcome, Rochelle. Yes, kids can be a thorn that is
difficult to remove. Hopefully, time heals all wounds. I will try my best to keep
up with this prestigious group of writers. I am in awe to stand in their shadows.
Gracias
Isadora
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February 28, 2015 at 4:26 am
Welcome, Izzy. I’m thrilled you made it. I could feel your narrator’s pain. Well done and I look forward to more from you.
janet
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February 28, 2015 at 2:15 pm
If you felt the narrator pain then I am pleased. I was trying to get the heartache of bullying across to the reader.
Thank you for directing me to the challenge. I hope there are more inspiring photos for me. 😊
If it’s easy to explain could you let me know how to put the iLinky bar in my post. Thanks … 😀
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February 28, 2015 at 3:11 pm
Izzy, go to Rochelle’s post. Right by the blue add-link thing is a line saying “get the InLinkz code.” Click on that. You then have to sign in to InLInkz or create an account. Once you’re in, choose which sort of blog you have. Copy that information and go to your post and go to “text” or whatever the tab is at the top of the post that isn’t “visual.” Paste the InLinkz info at the bottom of your post. That should bring up the blue froggy guy when you’re back on visual. Save and publish.
I hope that’s clear. It used to be easier because you didn’t have to sign in, but once you get it, you’ll be fine. Let me know if you have a question or it doesn’t work.
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February 27, 2015 at 1:10 pm
I like your take on the picture. It really has a lot of possibilities. 🙂
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February 27, 2015 at 3:16 pm
Yes, I thought it could continue as a story. I may consider writing some more on it. Thanks !!! 😊
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February 27, 2015 at 3:17 pm
Go for it. 🙂
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February 27, 2015 at 3:28 pm
😘
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February 27, 2015 at 11:25 am
Pets are loyal no matter one’s mood.
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February 27, 2015 at 4:08 pm
Yes, pets of any kind are connected to us forever. : )
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March 1, 2015 at 3:15 am
Well stated about the connection.
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February 27, 2015 at 10:43 am
And now you’re writing gems. Well done.
Aloha,
Doug
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February 27, 2015 at 3:41 pm
Ahhh … I hope I can continue to write gems. Thank you for the vote of confidence.
It’s greatly appreciated. 😃
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February 27, 2015 at 10:22 am
The ending packed an unexpected emotional punch. Great story.
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February 27, 2015 at 3:40 pm
Thank you so much. I appreciate your stellar review of my story. 😊
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February 27, 2015 at 8:04 am
Very sad. Nice story.
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February 27, 2015 at 3:35 pm
Indeed, as a victim of bullying, it can be sadly overwhelming. I’m happy you enjoyed my take on the photo prompt. : )
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February 27, 2015 at 7:52 am
Brilliant, they will take care of each other.
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February 27, 2015 at 3:33 pm
I’m sure they will. Perhaps, more to come, Gilly.
You always leave lovely glowing comments. Enjoy your weekend !!! 😍
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