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Tuesday, December 06, 2005And the Winners Are................First-place winner of the Show-Your-Seuss-Talent Writing Contest is: Brandie Dunn of Will B. Done's Ramblings. Brandie's winning Seuss poem is entitled Black Friday. Second-place winner is: T. R. Nordstrom of Writers In The Mist. T. R.'s winning Seuss poem is entitled The Day Lilly was SNARGLED. And because I'm feeling particularly un-Grinchy, I've decided to send BOTH winners a signed copy of My Lima Beans Are Allergic to my Spoon. I want to extend a big THANK YOU to all who entered the contest! It takes a lot of time and creative energy to come up with a poem of any sort, and I believe that Seuss' style is among the most difficult to emulate. My hat's off to each of you for your effort. Without further ado, here is Brandie's winning entry: Black Friday by Brandie Dunn It's that time of year again when everyone starts hopping. Young and old alike become committed to their shopping. They watch for the sales like a hawk to its prey. Then they're up before dawn on that infamous day. Black Friday it's called, the day after Thanksgiving. When those who would normally sleep in join the living. At that ungodly hour, who needs to eat? Skipping their shower, they don't miss a beat. That thingamabob calls them like a fish to a lure. Bad weather, long lines they will have to endure. Primal forces take over when they open the doors. The pushing begins, the tackles and wars. With eyes on the prize the battle ensues. Divide and conquer, we must not loose. And somehow what started out so innocently. Turns into a mass of humanity. Contorted, thwarted, captivated by greed. It's not something they want. It's something they NEED! Perhaps it's the rush, the heart palpitations That people are after, and not the Play Stations. When it's all said and done at the end of the day And you really can't believe you've acted quite in that way. Whatever the reason for your misbehavior. Remember this season began with your Savior. So next year if you find yourself saying, "Come hell or high water. I WILL get that much coveted thing for my daughter!" It could be a tight budget and savings you are after. That leads to a tug-o-war destined for disaster. Take a deep breath. Step away from the item. It's really not worth it to fuss or to fight 'em. Before you end up at the police station. Remember that baby who came for your salvation. ----- Brandie's blog, Will B. Done's Ramblings, is subtitled Caregiver 101: Chronicles of a Chronic Caregiver. Brandie, the devoted mother of four children, cares for her ailing father, who lives with Brandie and her family. While Brandie is the first to admit that there are certainly sacrifices involved, she is also quick to point out the benefits and blessings of a life lived to serve another. A visit to her blog is a warm and delightful glimpse into Brandie's life, and the lives of her precious children. Way to go, Brandie! Stay tuned for Mr. Nordstrom's winning entry, which I will be publishing later in the week. Labels: writing |
About Me
I am: Mother to five stunningly individualistic children... Writer of young adult fantasy... Passionate advocate for Women At Home... Madly in love with my husband... In need of Organic Gourmet Chocolate on a regular basis. I've got a Paypal account if you'd like to contribute to the cause....
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15of my readers are feeling chatty:
Drats! I really wanted to win. But that was pretty good! :)
Drats! I really wanted to win. But that was pretty good! :)
Drats! I really wanted to win. But that was pretty good! :)
Wow, Erica, you REALLY wanted to win, huh? Three posts?? LOL
Would it make you feel better to know that your entry ranked above your hubby's in the first round toward choosing the finalists? :)
Congratulations to your winner, excellent entry.
BTW Jill the 24 hours is not up for another nine hours yet so you have PLENTY of time to come back as often as you like :)
WAY TO GO BRADNIE!!!!!!!!!
I'm speechless!!!!!!!! THANK YOU! I am in total shock!
This really is an unexpected, but very delightful honor. Especially since the honor comes from a person whose writing I have come to greatly admire and enjoy. Thank you Jill :) I'm looking forward to your next book!
Great job Brandie - I never could do that...Off to Brandie's blog I go...
BTW - Wendy - great feature on your blog today - I think I'll stop by again for a third helping...(still trying to figure out what you meant with 'PC'thing - lol)
Rats - couldn't leave a comment for Brandie, because I am not a member of that blogging community...So, Brandie congrats on your win. It was well deserved...
Oh hurray, hurray!! I'd say "What a surprise!" but it's not really a surprise to find out the woman can write poetry too! ;)
Brandie is not only ultra-talented, she's also one of the sweetest people on this Earth!
1st place couldn't happen to a nicer person.
Congratulations girl! :D
EPH PC - politically correct.
Just a heads up Jill casting call is extended for a further 24 hours due to too many other events in my real ife today if you want to drop by again :)
I was third in line behind the first 75 entrants that followed the other 54. I think they call that "an also ran". :)
HI Jill,
I'm so glad to be back at your blog...can't believe I missed such a fantastic contest, but it looks as though you had some wonderful participation.
I feel like I'm home here, thanks for checking in on me. HOpe your Christmas Prep is going well.
Really nice work! Congratulations!
Thank you everyone for your kind words. :)
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