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thanks so much for you kind comments

Voted...all your stories are great.

glad you enjoyed my little story,

You have a genuine voice and your characters sound so real. I loved this flash fiction story and you will have my vote in December.

You are the perfect example of someone who has many stories to tell, but lacks the basic foundation of HOW to write them flawlessly. I am indeed gratified to have found you. When I first read your work, I was appalled, ready to say something negative and leave. But then I looked through all the spelling errors - the incorrect grammar and punctuation - and saw a wonderful vignette.

You, sir, are a storyteller. You have the voice of the Midwest - the farmers - and your tales charm and endear me to you. At your age, perhaps it is a little late to learn all the necessary grammar to polish your work - but I don't think it matters. I am privileged to help you edit your work because I believe in YOU. Your stories are little folk tales that delight and entertain - and bring to life the folk who live in the Muddy Forks township.

The watermelon contest is just another standout - perhaps something a grandfather would relate to his grandkids and they would pass on to their children.

This particular entry is a quaint and charming "short" about farming in the Midwest where entering watermelon contests is part and parcel of everyday country life.

I smiled all the way through this - and found it entertaining and heartwarming.

For those who are quick to criticize, remember that we know nothing about the background of the author in question. What is most important is the story itself, and although Mr. Stanley McQueen may not be the most proficient in spelling or grammar - he sure does know how to tell a tale, and that is what counts.

Bravo, Stanley!