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.com before 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.
Time by John W. Howell © 2022
“Excuse me.”
“What?”
“How long you going to sit there.”
“Who’s asking?”
“Someone who wants to use the rock.”
“Use the rock?”
“Yeah, to catch the view.”
“I can tell you it is spectacular.”
“I would like to see it for myself.”
“You can take my word.”
“So back to my original question. How long you going to sit there?”
“Depends.”
“On what?”
“How much time I spend here undisturbed. I’m shooting for ten days.”
“How long you been there?”
“Oh, ten days.”
“How long you been undisturbed.”
“Nine days, 23 hours and 55 minutes.”
“Don’t you think that’s long enough?”
“The clock started over.”
“How long ago?”
“When did you arrive?”
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He does have a serious look about him. I would hesitate before disturbing… 😉
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I think so too, Dale. Thank you.
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Be prepared for a few setbacks in life, John. Set the alarm on your phone, I’m sure the rock will be there next Friday.
B=Nicely done!
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Thank you, Dan. Good advice. 😁
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That meerkat looks so relaxed. Living the life.
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Until disturbed that is. Thanks, Charles.
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Nice one, John! That photo cracks me up. 🙂
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Me too, Jill. Thanks.
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I’ve seen people like that in national parks.
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They are everywhere. Thanks, Craig.
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Those creatures always make me smile – your stories do too!
(I thought when I saw it – “Jeez, I’m never gawna get the hang of this yoga stuff!”
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That was a good one as well, GP. 😁
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Good one! That’ll teach our hapless narrator to disturb a meerkat communing with Nature.
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So true. Should have left him alone. 😁
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I’ve worked with people like this ….
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I have too. 🙄
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Poor thing! He was so close!
Funny stuff, John. Thanks for the smile this morning.
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Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed it, Staci.
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Never disturb contemplations unless one is absolutely sure what the contemplator is contemplating. It could be a poor choice…
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Words to contemplate sear of Erie
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I hope he brought snacks with him, LOL!
Another good one, John!
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Yes ten days coud be a long time for sure.
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I love meerkats and always spend time watching them when I visit a zoo. Your take is hilarious, John, as always. Thank you for the morning smiles. 😊
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Thank you, Gwen. I sure like hearing you enjoy my stuff. Thanks for letting me know.
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Definitely not looking for company or conversation! Great story, John 🙂
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For sure. Go away is the attitude.
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Now this is a critter who’s completely at home in his own company — probably did great during the Pandemic! Nicely handled, John.
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I think he did. Thank you, Debbie.
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He almost had it. Too bad the clock had to start over 🙂
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I think next time he will keep his mouth shut.
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Oh my!! Good one, John. I am laughing out loud!
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Thank you, Jan
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Lol, we call our cat a Meercat because she used to stand on her back feet like they do, but now I see she also copies their sitting posture.
I think you better find another rock, John 🙂
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I’m with you. That rock looks like it has a permanent visitor.
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Waiting rock at the Serengeti beauty salon. First time in since covid.
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Ha ha ha. Excellent , Dan
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Good one, John! 🙂 10 days undisturbed?!
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Yup. Just one word could make it twenty.
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Oh, that’s just perfect, John!
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Thank you, Marie
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I had no idea meerkats achieved Zen so profoundly. Learn something new every day!
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And you learned it right here
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The School of Boss
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What a cute photo, John, and your dialogue is hilarious and clever. Love it!
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Thank you, Lauren
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Haha! That was good—when did you arrive?🤣
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9 days ago.
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He does look like he’s enjoying the view, John. You might need to wait a long time…. like ten days. 🙂
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I know, Right? Thanks, Diana.
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He almost made his required meditation. Poor guy has to start all over again.
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Good one. A different twist, Lauren. 😁
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Another thanks for sharing, Michael.
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Fantastic, and so wonderful for calming down. Thanks, John! You made my day! 🙂 xx Michael
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Calm is good, Michael. 😊
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That was good, John!
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