In Keith’s words. “Using this photo (below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put it (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.combefore 6pm on Sunday (if you aren’t sure what the time is where I live, this link will tell you). If you post it on your own blog or site, a link to this page would be appreciated, but please do also mention it in a comment here.
Go on. You know you want to. Let your creativity and imagination soar. I shall display the entries next time.”
The photo.
Programming Adventure by John W. Howell © 2021
“So listen, Bud. It’s my turn to select the program.”
“Says who?”
“Sez me.”
“And what army.”
“Big talk for a little punk.”
“I’ll wipe the floor with ya.”
“I could take you sitting here without even getting up.”
“When I’m through with you, that’s about all you will be able to do is sit.”
“Yeah, right. Go get some friends. You’ll need them.”
“Hey, you two.”
“What, Trevor?”
“Yeah, Trevor. Don’t try to save this big dumbass’s ass.”
“I’m just wondering why you go through this every time we watch TV?”
“Huh? We do?”
“Yes, and it’s getting boring.”
“Okay, then, smartypants, tell us how to resolve this dispute.”
“You both like Animal Planet, right?”
“Right.”
“You both like UK’s Funniest Animals, right?”
“Yes, we do.”
“Well, then just trade-off. Watch one and then the other. You both will get your way.”
“You know what, Trevor?”
“What?”
“You should run for Parliament. What a great idea.”
“Why, thank you.”
“What do you like to watch?”
“Naw, forget about me.”
“No, I insist. You get the next choice.”
“How nice.”
“So, what is it?”
“Yellowstone.”
“Huh?”
“What?”
“I told you to forget me.”
“Who are you?”
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You’ve certainly caught the dynamic between Milo (Lurcher) and Dimple (Fox Terrier) – best of friends but constantly squabbling. As for Trevor, I can’t decide whether he looks threatened or threatening. I’m taking a week off now, so this won’t appear until 2022. Have a good Christmas and New Year, John.
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Thank you, Keith. Happy Christmas and New Year.
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Ha ha ha! A priceless exchange!!
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Thank you, Liz.
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You’re welcome, John.
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This all seems so familiar…
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Hahahaha. 😂
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LOL! Too funny!
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Thank you, Jill. 😊
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I think Trevor has too much sense to run for office.
Great exchange, John.
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You may be right, Dan. 😂
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No fair, they have streaming channels! Funny, John!
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Lucky dogs. I don’t have any.😕
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Don’t ask me why, but some people pay quite a bit each month.
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I know. The sad thing is that is where the future is headed.
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Hey – slow down – I don’t even have a smart phone yet!!
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Okay, Jethro Gibbs. I’ll wait for you.
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Good to know!
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Heard good things about Yellowstone. Not my type of show, but I might give it a shot one day.
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I don’t have the streaming service but thought I would throw it in there. I have never seen it.
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Didn’t know it was streaming.
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Yes. You need to pay good money to watch. I think it is Paramount plus
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Then I’m out.
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Me too.
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it’s so good!
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That’s a cute one! And one of these days I’m going to make the time to see what all the fuss over Yellowstone is about!
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Yeah haven’t seen it. I don’t have the streaming service so doubtful I will.
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Lol!! I’m with Trevor! I’ll take Yellowstone! The minute I saw the dog photo, I knew this was going to be a treat! Well-done, John!
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Thank you Jan. 😁
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Another very clever dialogue, John. I think you’re a dog whisperer. 😊 I hope you have a fantastic day!
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Thank you, Gwen. I love to make up their stories.
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Ah, the discussion of who has the power to determine what zombie drug to take. 🙂
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Hahaha. Excellent. Tim.
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Trevor and I wouldn’t be arguing over that series. I’m hooked on it! Fun take on the challenge, John!
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I wish I had the streaming service but alas I don’t
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Love it, John. Old What’s Her Face mostly controls what we watch around here. The pups and I take what we can get.
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Sure makes it an easy decision for you and the pups. 😁
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Who are you ? Instant obedience. Now where did that come from ? Oh never mind…
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Yes, never mind.
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Perhaps our lawmakers ought to take a lesson in compromise from this group, huh, John?!!
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I think so, Debbie. For sure. 😁
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That was fun, John , 🙂
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Thank you, Denise. 😁
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It’s like Taxi Driver for dogs. Very Christmassy John… random fighting over the TV remote. Just before both protagonists fall asleep in front of the TV…
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A classic tale of Christmas
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They do look like it’s a stand-off! I’m with the other one.. yay Yellowstone! My sisters accused me of missing good sense when I said I didn’t watch it… So I watched it. In like three sittings. Now, like everyone else, I have to wait weekly for the next episode.
All this to say… you do have a knack for going down a road I so don’t expect! Love these!
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I’ve never seen Yellowstone.
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I know 😉
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🤗
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Here’s to conflict resolutions that (mostly) have a happy ending.
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Mostly. Thank you, Pilgrim.
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I agree, Trevor should run for Parliament.
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I’m sure he would be a good candidate, 😊
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