Two Old Coots
a 100 word story34 total reviews
Comment from Karyn2
This is such a superb piece of flash! You capture so much character in this moment in time of a man and his dog Perfect image to accompany it as well. All the very best. This piece deserves great recognition!
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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This is such a superb piece of flash! You capture so much character in this moment in time of a man and his dog Perfect image to accompany it as well. All the very best. This piece deserves great recognition!
Comment Written 27-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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Karyn, I am thrilled you like my story so much and I truly appreciate that six-star bonus.
Comment from Wendy G
A fine reflection, albeit sad for both. There is no easy way for a human to see his dog die, and equally no easy way for a dog to watch his human die.
Best wishes for your entry in the contest.
Wendy
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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A fine reflection, albeit sad for both. There is no easy way for a human to see his dog die, and equally no easy way for a dog to watch his human die.
Best wishes for your entry in the contest.
Wendy
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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You are so correct in saying there is no easy way for a dog owner to see his pet age and die. Many thanks, Wendy, for sharing and praising my story.
Comment from jmdg1954
The ironic thing with dogs is they generally don't let on about aches and pains. It almost like they don't want the sympathy, they want to be remembered young, vibrant and playful.
Good story, great phrases in proper vernacular.
Best of luck in the contest.
John
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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The ironic thing with dogs is they generally don't let on about aches and pains. It almost like they don't want the sympathy, they want to be remembered young, vibrant and playful.
Good story, great phrases in proper vernacular.
Best of luck in the contest.
John
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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Many thanks, John, for sharing my story and your thoughtful comments.
Comment from Mario PIERRE
I very rarely give 6 stars, but this story deserves it so so well!!! Great piece of literature, the language (jargon-like) beautifully flows along and the end is a pinch in the heart!!! Really!!!!
Awesome job!!!
Mario
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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I very rarely give 6 stars, but this story deserves it so so well!!! Great piece of literature, the language (jargon-like) beautifully flows along and the end is a pinch in the heart!!! Really!!!!
Awesome job!!!
Mario
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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Mario, I am thrilled you felt my story warrants six stars. I truly appreciate your high praise.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Excellent entry for 100 Word Flash Fiction writing prompt contest. I like how you wrote the true dialog. I agree, growing old sucks.
I enjoyed reading it. I also enjoyed your unique style and well chosen words. Your writing flows naturally and it's easy to understand.
Good luck in the contest.
Well done.
Gypsy
Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason. Novalis
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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Excellent entry for 100 Word Flash Fiction writing prompt contest. I like how you wrote the true dialog. I agree, growing old sucks.
I enjoyed reading it. I also enjoyed your unique style and well chosen words. Your writing flows naturally and it's easy to understand.
Good luck in the contest.
Well done.
Gypsy
Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason. Novalis
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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Gypsy, I am thrilled you like my "unique style" of telling this story. Many thanks for your kind praise.
Comment from zanya
Here's a striking piece of work and all in 100 words - man and beast feeling their age, so to speak - the language enhances the tale and adds color - should make it to the winner's enclosure - has my vote
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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Here's a striking piece of work and all in 100 words - man and beast feeling their age, so to speak - the language enhances the tale and adds color - should make it to the winner's enclosure - has my vote
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2022
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Zanya, I am thrilled to know you think my story deserves to be in the winner?s circle. Many thanks for your high praise and that galaxy of bright stars.
Comment from royowen
Just love this, and the funny thing is God brought us a young dog that needed a home, as all the pets that have passed through these portals have, they have a
L been a blessing, the trouble is this young dog May outlive us. Beautifully written my friend, good luck, loved the story, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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Just love this, and the funny thing is God brought us a young dog that needed a home, as all the pets that have passed through these portals have, they have a
L been a blessing, the trouble is this young dog May outlive us. Beautifully written my friend, good luck, loved the story, blessings Roy
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Roy, for the hearty response to my story. So glad a young dog came your way.
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Thank you
Comment from jessizero
This story was well-written and heartbreaking. It was hell for me to watch my baby (dog) grow old and die. I knew I would outlive her, though. I imagine it would have been worse had I had to worry about having her suffer through life without me. Thanks for sharing, and best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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This story was well-written and heartbreaking. It was hell for me to watch my baby (dog) grow old and die. I knew I would outlive her, though. I imagine it would have been worse had I had to worry about having her suffer through life without me. Thanks for sharing, and best wishes to you.
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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Thank you so much, jessi, for sharing my story. I am sorry it brought back sad memories of your own dog.
Comment from Jim Wile
This was an excellent 100-word story. You invoked great sympathy for this decrepit old pair. You could really feel your protagonist's pain as he felt his dog's pains on top of his own. Well presented too with the somber picture and gray background. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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This was an excellent 100-word story. You invoked great sympathy for this decrepit old pair. You could really feel your protagonist's pain as he felt his dog's pains on top of his own. Well presented too with the somber picture and gray background. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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Thank you so much, Jim, for your wonderful response to my story. You seem to intuitively understand exactly what my intent was. And I truly appreciate that bonanza of bright stars.
Comment from Celyn
I like this sweet but sad story about getting old and seeing it in your beloved pet too. The idea of writing it in country slang is excellent and I like the descriptions in it.
Good luck with it in the competition
Celyn
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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I like this sweet but sad story about getting old and seeing it in your beloved pet too. The idea of writing it in country slang is excellent and I like the descriptions in it.
Good luck with it in the competition
Celyn
Comment Written 26-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2022
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I am delighted you like my story and my use of country slang, Celine. Many thanks for sharing.