You Should Have Seen That Coming
A surprising clapback.41 total reviews
Comment from Tpa
Indeed, many people make sayings throughout their life, which makes an outstanding characteristic when creating a character. Although hearing it too often, you might want to punch the guy in the nose. Good writing.
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Indeed, many people make sayings throughout their life, which makes an outstanding characteristic when creating a character. Although hearing it too often, you might want to punch the guy in the nose. Good writing.
Comment Written 17-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Thank you so much, and please try not to hurt anybody. :)
Comment from RPSaxena
Hello Nomi338,
What a wonderful piece of General Fiction this is!
Lucid as well as perfectly matching the theme wording; captivating flow throughout from the beginning to the end, and beautifully depicting a REMAKABLE retort on the part of Arthur.
The last three and half lines are particularly noteworthy.
Interesting Indeed!
A SUPERB Presentation!!
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Hello Nomi338,
What a wonderful piece of General Fiction this is!
Lucid as well as perfectly matching the theme wording; captivating flow throughout from the beginning to the end, and beautifully depicting a REMAKABLE retort on the part of Arthur.
The last three and half lines are particularly noteworthy.
Interesting Indeed!
A SUPERB Presentation!!
Comment Written 17-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Thank you. You are very much appreciated.
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Nomi338, Most Welcome!
With best wishes,
~ RP
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading this flash fiction story. Very entertaining. I especially liked the surprise ending. I didn't see that coming. Well done. All the best Jen.
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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I really enjoyed reading this flash fiction story. Very entertaining. I especially liked the surprise ending. I didn't see that coming. Well done. All the best Jen.
Comment Written 17-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Ha, ha. Thank you Jen. In my considered opinion, you are the best.
Comment from Michele Harber
Nicely done, and I'd have been very disappointed if you'd ended the story any other way. Sometimes using a catchphrase becomes so second-nature to a person that they don't even realize it's become a catchphrase - until someone throws their own phrase back at them, as Arthur did to Billy. This is a very real and believable - and certainly relatable - story.
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Nicely done, and I'd have been very disappointed if you'd ended the story any other way. Sometimes using a catchphrase becomes so second-nature to a person that they don't even realize it's become a catchphrase - until someone throws their own phrase back at them, as Arthur did to Billy. This is a very real and believable - and certainly relatable - story.
Comment Written 16-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Thank you Michele. That is one of the nicest review comments I have received.
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I'm so glad. As anyone who knows me can tell you, I'd rather not review at all, than write a review that was untrue, so if I make a nice comment about a piece, you can rest assured I mean it.
Comment from T B Botts
Ha, ha, ha, well done! As the saying goes, payback is a bitch. There are certain phrases that I hear over and over again, even by certain commentators on the news. You'd like to reach through the TV and direct them to find a different saying. Well done on your story.
Blessings
Tom
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Ha, ha, ha, well done! As the saying goes, payback is a bitch. There are certain phrases that I hear over and over again, even by certain commentators on the news. You'd like to reach through the TV and direct them to find a different saying. Well done on your story.
Blessings
Tom
Comment Written 16-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021
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Thanks Tom, I appreciate your comments. God, how many times have I used that phrase.
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
Like the saying goes, wake up before it's too late! Certain people can get annoyed with other people's quotes, but they do have a signature saying then I guess.....
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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Like the saying goes, wake up before it's too late! Certain people can get annoyed with other people's quotes, but they do have a signature saying then I guess.....
Comment Written 16-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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That is true, but you risk becoming a nuisance when and if you say or do the same thing over and over again without let up.
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yup, I think you are right!
Comment from royowen
These short form contests require that very good but unexpected ending such as this. I think it's always satisfying to get one's own back, particularly with an irritating superior saying that, to use it would be most satisfying, well done, beautifully written, good luck, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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These short form contests require that very good but unexpected ending such as this. I think it's always satisfying to get one's own back, particularly with an irritating superior saying that, to use it would be most satisfying, well done, beautifully written, good luck, blessings Roy
Comment Written 16-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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Thanks Roy. I think by now you know how much I appreciate your comments, all of the time. This is no different.
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Good job
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Thanks brother.
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Most welcome dear friend
Comment from BethShelby
You are right. When people keep repeatiig the same thing it starts to drive you a little crazy. By repeating his pet statement at this time wasn't a very sympathetic thing, but it might have helped make Bily aware of how anoying it could be.
Good story. Your comment at the end had a couple of things you may want to fix.
Some people are know for certain statements (known)
who had grown sick and tire of this (tired)
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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You are right. When people keep repeatiig the same thing it starts to drive you a little crazy. By repeating his pet statement at this time wasn't a very sympathetic thing, but it might have helped make Bily aware of how anoying it could be.
Good story. Your comment at the end had a couple of things you may want to fix.
Some people are know for certain statements (known)
who had grown sick and tire of this (tired)
Comment Written 16-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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Thank you for your helpful and supportive comments. I appear to be having a recurring problem with leaving off parts of characters I am typing.
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I have that problem too. I also reverse character I'm typing,d the flaws.
Beth
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I have that problem too. I also reverse character I'm typing,d the flaws.
Beth
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I did go back and fixed the typos. Thanks again.
Comment from LJbutterfly
This is a well written story about something we all have heard and experienced. The truth of the matter is, when we observe and listen closely to things and people around us, we can foresee a lot before it happens. If there's clouds in the sky and then it rains, "You should have seen that coming." If a heavy smoker is diagnosed with lung cancer, "You should have seen that coming." Your message is, "Look and listen so you can see what's coming. Well done.
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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This is a well written story about something we all have heard and experienced. The truth of the matter is, when we observe and listen closely to things and people around us, we can foresee a lot before it happens. If there's clouds in the sky and then it rains, "You should have seen that coming." If a heavy smoker is diagnosed with lung cancer, "You should have seen that coming." Your message is, "Look and listen so you can see what's coming. Well done.
Comment Written 16-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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Thank you. We all have a responsibility to be aware of the obvious. Sometimes it is annoying to be reminded of this, but is is sometimes necessary.
Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)
Finally, Billy admitted to his friend that he found out his girlfriend was sleeping with his brother.
Not missing a beat Arthur said with a straight face, "You should have seen that coming." Brilliant, funny, had me chuckling, would have been a six but I have none left, wonderful work my friend and hilarious ending kindest regards Meia :)
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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Finally, Billy admitted to his friend that he found out his girlfriend was sleeping with his brother.
Not missing a beat Arthur said with a straight face, "You should have seen that coming." Brilliant, funny, had me chuckling, would have been a six but I have none left, wonderful work my friend and hilarious ending kindest regards Meia :)
Comment Written 16-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2021
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Thank you so much. I am well pleased with your response. Your own work has given me so much enjoyment, I am happy to be able to provide you with a chuckle.