In Keith’s words:
” Using this image (below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really. Either put your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before the end of the week. 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. Thank you for taking part.”
Here is a link to Keith’s post: https://keithchanning.wordpress.com/2024/04/08/kreative-kue-427/
The photo:
Who? By John W. Howell © 2024
“Okay, who are you?”
“You don’t recognize me?”
“If I did, I wouldn’t ask.”
“Fair enough. I’ll give you a hint.”
“Can’t you just tell me?”
“No, cause when you realize who I am, you will completely fall apart.”
“Oh, please. When do I come apart?”
“Does the word FedEx mean anything?”
“Where? How did I miss it.”
“See.”
“See what?”
“You came apart at the mere mention of the word.”
“Okay, give me a hint.”
“Fence.”
“Fence? What kind of hint is that?”
“Think about it.”
“Wait a minute. Now your voice sounds familiar.”
“Yes, you may be getting it.”
“You’re that annoying beast that runs along our privacy fence screaming at me.”
“Screaming is such a harsh word.”
“We’ve been going at it for years.”
“That’s true.”
“I vowed if I ever met you, I would tear you limb from limb.”
“Now why would you vow that?”
“For all the stuff you said behind that fence.”
“Ah that was just posturing. You should ignore that.”
“What are you doing on my sofa anyway?”
“I thought you knew.”
“Knew what?”
“Our uprights are getting married.”
“What does that mean?”
“You and I will be brothers.”
“Says who?”
“That’s just how it goes. My upright and I are moving in with your upright and you.”
“Over my dead body.”
“No way to act.”
“Let’s put it this way. Always sleep with one eye open.”
“Standard practice but I get your drift.”
“You do?”
“Yup.”
“Hum. This may work. Your upright has the best treats.”
“What? How do you know?”
“She has given me some.”
“She never told me about that. You better sleep with one eye open and quit mooching treats.”
“What happened to the brotherly love?”
“The line is drawn at treats.”
“Well okay then we both will sleep with one eye open.”
“Doesn’t shound very productive does it.”
“Now that you mention it, no.”
“Truce?”
“Truce. Lets get some shuteye.”
“Great idea.”
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Great take on the photo! Let me guess, it’s the Jack Russell type that’s the yappy one! They are both adorable.
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The Jack Russell opens the conversation. 😁
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Thanks, John. That is approaching what really happened. We fostered Elise (pictured) and another dog, Tuur, for some months whilst their owner was unwell. Interestingly, in all the time we had Trevor, Elise was the only resident dog he got on really well with.
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They may have reached an agreement. 😊
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It certainly looks that way.
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Oh, I so enjoyed that canine exchange, John! Thank you.
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Thank you, Joy. So glad you do. 😁
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I love it!! 😀
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Thank you, Liz.
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You’re welcome, John.
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At least the sibling rivalry started early.
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Ha ha ha. How true. 😁
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When it comes to sleep – they know their priorities!!
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Indeed they do. Thanks, GP.
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Cool, John, having these two who were opponents taking a nap together, even with one eye open. Trust takes a while to set in.
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It sure does. Thank you, Tim. Twiggy is having that lesson right now.
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Aww, I’m glad they reached a truce. And I loved “you’re that annoying beast,” LOL! Another good one, John. Thanks for the entertainment! 🙂
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Thank you, Mae. I’m glad you liked it.😁
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“Does the word FedEx mean anything?” LOLOLOL
The “uprights…” LOLOL
I’m rolling over here! haha 😀
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So glad you liked it. 😁
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Haha! If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em… especially when you have no choice in the matter!
Your takes on these prompt photos are so much fun!
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So glad you liked it, Dale. 😁
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You never fail to deliver, John 🙂
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Aw. 🤗
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Truce over treats. I love it! Well done, John!
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Thanks, Deborah. Glad you liked it. 😊
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What is it with FedEx and UPS?? Universally, dogs don’t like either, and I’ve never understood why. Great response to the prompt, John! 😂
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I have no idea but they are certainly at war with any delivery person. Thanks, Gwen.
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‘My upright’…I love that. This was so cute. I always look forward to Tuesdays. The dialogues always sound so real.😁
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Thank you, Lois. I’m so glad you enjoy the stories. 😁
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A high-level, high-stakes meeting of the minds to be sure, and it is always good when doggies can carve out an understanding…if only for the benefit of their “uprights.”😀
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So true, Bruce. Squabbling siblings is not the best of all worlds. 😊
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Glad they worked things out. If our congress could do the same, it would be wonderful. Maybe these guys should make a run at it.
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Our Congress needs replacing along with the executive branch. Maybe these tow would do a great job. Good suggestion.
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LOVE this, John! Made my whole morning, and I might even still be chuckling clear into the afternoon. 😂😂😂
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I’m glad Marcia. Thanks for letting me know you liked it.
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If only the world’s conflicts could be resolved so amicably! Nicely handled, John.
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Thank you, Debbie. 😊. I wish we could solve issues that well.
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There’s a term I dig very much; uprights.
As for these two, let’s hope they realize that peace can only be achieved if both sides are well rested.
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Very well rested. Thanks, Pilgrim.
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I feel that.
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Keeping my one eye on them both John.. Thank you for the smiles… ❤
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Thanks Sue. By the way the Eclipse was spectacular. Barefoot and humming.
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Yeah…. Brilliant… So was I, even though it was cold and raining, lol 🙂 xx
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Brrr.
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🙂
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Step siblings have to get along. They might as well bond over treats.
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I think so too. Thanks, Pete.
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Better to bury the hatchet and NOT in each other!
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Good advice, Jacquie.
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Great job on the photo prompt. This is one of the best stand up stories. Thank you, John
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Thank you, Jennie
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You’re welcome, John.
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Ahhhhh … so THAT’S what I am to the moggies … an ‘Upright’! Fun story, John … thanks!!!
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Yup and upright fro sure. They love you though.
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Well, most of them do … one of them, Tiger Lily, would shred me given half the chance! 🐱👤
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Maybe Tiger is a Republican.
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Of that there can be no doubt!!! 🤣
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Ha ha ha!
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Thank you, Pam. 😁
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Cute slant to the challenge. Well done. Treats for everyone!
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Yes, a round on the house.
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Dogs do work it out eventually. Maybe there’s hope for the uprights. Well done, John.
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Maybe there is hope. Thanks, Dan,
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Haha. Imagine. I once knew two next door neighbors who fell in love at 15 and were married 48 years. No dogs though… cute story!
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Thank you, Audrey. Not sure if dogs could add or subtract. 😊
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