Well, today is National Tourism Day. So, I thought we have a little fun with traditional “touristy” locations and people you might see. Also, it’s Mothers Day on Sunday (in America), so we have so show some love to all the mamas out there, too! […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 18
I’m really, really sorry about the delay, guys. It’s been one heck of a week. Wow, you guys are insanely clever and talented. SO difficult to choose this week. I know I left out some worthy ones, but I’ve had a rough week. So, please […]
Microcosms 18
All right, ladies and gents, today is Arbor Day! It also happens to be Greenery Day. “What’s Greenery Day?” you ask. “Japanese Greenery Day celebrates the birthday of Japanese Emperor Hirohito. In Japanese culture, Greenery day is a time to commune with nature and to […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 17
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here to celebrate your contributions to another great week. Thank you all so much! And a HUGE thanks to this week’s judges, AV Laidlaw and Steph Ellis. Here’s what AV had to say: This is ground control… I was at […]
Microcosms 17
My favorite number. Woo hoo! But seriously, wow. I can’t believe we’re here already! I’ll admit, it’s a struggle for me, at times, due to my schedule. But you guys have been awesome, and your continued participation makes it all worthwhile.
RESULTS – Microcosms 16
All right, guys. I know I’ve been running behind. I really apologize. Thanks for your patience! If you’d like to volunteer to help run the contest, please let me know. I’ll try to make it as painless as possible. A HUGE thanks to this week’s […]
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Hey, everyone! Well, today is Titanic Remembrance Day, and although it’s not quite in the spirit of things, I thought we’d use characters inspired by Leonardo DiCaprio movies. This could be a fun one! Also, the 17th is Bat Appreciation Day, so I’ve thrown a […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 15
Okay, all. Sorry for the late results. (These 12-hour workdays have been rough, but I do apologize.) What’s especially disappointing about posting late is that you all wrote some AMAZING stories. This was one of those weeks where any one of you could have won, […]
Microcosms 15
Springtime is upon us, and there is much ado about gardening and nature right now. This is Lawn and Garden Month, as well as Garden Week. And, heck, today is Draw a Picture of a Bird Day. Why? I couldn’t tell you. But it seems […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 14
High quality work, as always! A HUGE thanks to this week’s judges, Voima Oy and Geoff Holme. Here’s what Voima had to say: What fun to read these stories! Wonderful inventiveness and language. Well-done, everyone! And here’s what Geoff had to say: Hi, flash fictioneers! […]
