Regulars recall my first venture into fiction (here). The comments provided many helpful suggestions (which I’m incorporating in the rewrite) and various concerns with the ending. From this, I’m issuing a challenge to any and all participants to develop a new ending. See the information below.
Challenge Overview
- Rewrite the story’s ending
- Start after “The music ends.”
- Your ending must be 75 words or less
- A dance video or song doesn’t have to be included
Option A (by commenting)
- At the designated date and time, I will repost the story (actually the revised version)
- Readers can enter their ending as a comment
- Take the badge to the right for your collection
Option B (by posting)
- Copy/Paste the story (thus my permission)
- Wait until I post the revised version on Challenge Day
- Post the entire story on your blog with your ending
- Embed the badge at the beginning of the story
- Link to my revised post
- Encourage others to participate
- Extra Information below important
Extra Information
- Posting date is Sunday, July 12th, 9:30 pm (Eastern US)
- These instructions are also posted on the Challenge page
- For Option B challengers, I will include the revised version (for copy/paste) on the Challenge page around July 5th
A Surprise for My Effort
The image below shocked me in multiple ways. 1) A reader took the time to do this … (I’m graciously honored) and then 2) I realized he based it on my words. I wanted to share this with you while publicly thanking Calvin for his time, efforts, and generosity.
A Frank Angle 
This should be interesting. 🙂
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Jackie,
I was hoping you would see this!!!!
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I did! If I can get my head out of edits long enough I will see what I can come up with. 🙂
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Very cool what Calvin did. Nice to see the words superimposed on the seashell-like images.
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Carrie,
It is well done … and I may follow Amy’s suggestion of framing it.
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Love what Calvin did, very cool. Love the challenge as well. Hmmm, must remember the date.
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Val,
Calvin’s work is awesome, and I was shocked to receive it. Meanwhile, the challenge is write up your alley. I’ll do the reminders in the OITS.
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Calvin did a really good job!! I’m a little erratic in my attendances at the moment Frank – have you noticed? Life is interfering with blogging but I come when I came. Your challenge should be fun.
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Pauline,
Sure I’ve noticed, but with you, I figured life was getting in the way. Hope you, Siddy, and the cat are doing well! Meanwhile, I think you’ll like the challenge, thus I hope you join in.
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Great idea, Frank! It’s so cool what Calvin did with your words. That is very special. I think you should frame it. Well, I’m in. I’ll do my best to come up with an alternate ending. Next week, right? I hope you’ll remind us again.
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Amy,
Thanks for the idea about framing it as the thought hadn’t crossed my mind.
I knew you would appreciate the challenge. You actually have two weeks to work on it. I have no clue why I did it that way. Oh well … But next week I’ll post the revised version on the Challenge page for those who want to copy/paste for their own post.
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Very interesting.
Awesome work Calvin.
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Catherine,
Calvin did very well … and I hope he sees all the praise he’s receiving.
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That is a fantastic image. And a great challenge, Frank. I’m up for it.
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Trent,
Love to have those who strive with fiction!
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It’s not the striving, my man, it’s the mountain that brings the goods. And I hike naked.
I’m sure there’s a story in there somewhere…
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I just read a story about hiking naked, which I will share in the Interesting Reads section of Friday’s OITS.
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How cool that Calvin took the time and effort to do this! I’m in the midst of going through page proofs with the deadline approaching, so I can’t participate in your challenge, but it sounds like fun!
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Merril,
Hats off to Calvin’s efforts. The challenge won’t be for two weeks, so who knows, maybe time will allow you to do so … if not, I hope you read the submissions.
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I’ll do my best! 🙂
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I applaud your call to meld the innovative minds of your readers, Frank. Whom amongst us could resist a chance to flex our inspirational muscle. Yes, some may look away, ‘I don’t want to’; still to accept the invitation to tango. Creativity is after all, a Cortè, best to not fight it, but rather just let it happen. And not really a challenge as it is a chance for escape and adventure. Maybe that is why I confess now, I glossed over the rules -nothing wrong with going a-ca-sinatra?
The ‘postcard from a read’; my way of thanking you for the poetry in your story. It allow me to go and see what I otherwise would have missed. And I thank you again for just that.
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Calvin,
I’m still astonished that you saw poetry in my words … thanks for your creativity in showing me! …. and many readers are applauding your efforts.
Various endings will be fun to see read …. so I look forward to this!
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WOW. Applause for Calvin and his inspiration. That is frame worthy.
Hmmm, date noted for challenge. We’ll see what dances up on the stage…difficult to follow such a mastery piece. Cool idea
(Oh someone is bound to come up with a video…please?)
Off to practice some tap dancing on keyboard in prep.
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Mouse,
Yes … cheers to challenge.
It will be interesting to see what the challengers do with this … and I will also have an alternative ending in the comments … of course, with a video.
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Frank, know this isn’t tango, but the pix of these dancers are fabulous. Thought you might be interested. https://reinventingtheeventhorizon.wordpress.com/2015/06/29/cold-feet-nylons-knee-socks-and-my-rv-adventure-with-a-spanish-dancer/
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I saw those pics as I visit Kathy. She has quite the Godmother.
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Wanted to make sure those weren’t missed . Pure elegance
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Oh, I’d love to be a part of this, but my family is coming for a visit and I’ll be otherwise occupied for a week or two. Shizzle! 😦
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Lorna,
That’s OK … but keep in mind the actual challenge date is still 2 weeks away … so there may be time to prepare. 😉
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Oh, okay. I might be able to join in, then…good!
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Bravo to Calvin! A great challenge Frank, that somehow I think you’ll be up to the task!
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Mary,
Ah yes … many hoorays to Calvin. … and I hope you enjoy the challenge!
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This sounds like a LOT of fun, Frank! Love what Calvin did. What cool choreography between image and words!
Hugs from Ecuador,
Kathy
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Kathy,
The challenge taps into your creative side. Readers had interesting reactions to my initial story. Take a peak … it’s not long … and I think you’ll like it.
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Liked Calvin’s shells. This challenge looks interesting. Will be fun.
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John,
Cheers to Calvin … and coming up with an alternative ending is right up your alley … You might even be able to work in “Shut up Billy.”
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Poor Billy.
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A very artistic idea by Calvin! Sorry I can’t be of help with your already excellent writing, but what a great idea to unleash the creative skills of your readers.
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Tim,
I’m unleashing the readers, but I also realize you have a tutor who could help you.
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Oh good. I thought it was tonight …
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Elyse,
Oh no … plenty of time.
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Phew!
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Cool!!! I love this idea! I’ll be doing a Daily Photo Challenge in July, but I’ll try to enter this one too. 🙂
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Java,
This one will be fun … and I anxious to see the different variations.
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Well, this sounds like fun, and I should be able to think as my current project will be done!
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Resa,
Wonderful … I hope you get the chance … and all you have to do is the ending.
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Mine’s finished so can’t wait. (but will)
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That a way! …. and who knows why I gave so much lead time.
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Me either.
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I probably over-thought it with too much emphasis on the holiday weekend.
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🙂
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Hmmm… firstly, I add my kudos to Calvin’s lovely efforts…
secondly, looking forward to adding my two cents’ worth!
Thirdly, you come up with great ideas Mr. Frank.
Bonne nuit, mon ami!
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Dale,
Yes … kudos to Calvin … and I’m sure your contribution will worthy. The different option idea came from our discussion. Good morning!
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Mornin’, Frank!
Will be most interesting to read the variations!
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.., oh yes … especially from those you didn’t like my high 5. 😉 … and I already have a variation.
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…and we were a few…😉
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but that was the element of surprise.
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Oh it surprised us all right! 😛
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Yep … built up the tension then pulled the plug. 🙂 What do you have planned for your day?
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I’m not sure you want me to write an ending because I have no idea what I would say Frank lol. I’m currently writing another eBook and my brain is fried. But I will say this, I can see why another reader designed something for you. You’re such an inspiration in the blogging world.
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Kay,
Fried mind is ok … well, to an extent. 😉 … But the challenge awaits if you need to switch your mental focus for a break from your eBook. But hey – I designed that award.
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for some reason, can’t figure out why, the image of those shells reminds me of watching HLN…
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No question .. the one of sweet honey.
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so to be clear, we add our own ending of 75 words following “the music ends.” right?
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Correct … and you can go in any direction possible.
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do you plan to put the links to the different versions you get on your page or anything like that? not necessary, of course. just curious.
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That’s the purpose of the two options. One way is to simply post the ending in a comment when I publish. For those who want to publish the entire story with their ending on their blog, that’s OK … I request linking to the post once I publish. (I listed my posting time). Hope this makes sense.
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I’ll see what I can do with this, which is sometimes little – and sometimes strange. 😳
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Archon,
Given your mind, I look forward to your version!
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It’s getting hot in here. And – I’m not talking the weather. 😀
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RoSy,
Oh … you must have read the original story! 🙂 … I hope you participate in the challenge … you have a bit more than a week to prepare.
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LOL – Will see.
I kinda’ like where it’s at now. 😀
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Question … Did me ending surprise you?
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Just realised I said I would check this out over the weekend, and it’s now Monday! But that’s ok, it’s prior to the reposting date, so I can still take part in the challenge! This is a fun idea Frank 🙂
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Vanessa,
Correct … so it will be up when you awaken next Monday morning. … and I think we will see quite the variety. Pass this one to some of your friends that you think will enjoy this.
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This is what I like about blogging. Someone may become inspired and create something beautuful because of someone else’s words. 🙂
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Reo,
Well stated. Since your comment, some interesting endings have been posted. Gotta love ’em.
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