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Hello all,
I must admit I cheated a little with the conditions of the challenge, which were to write an L&C fanfic based upon the song one had heard most recently. I couldn't recall what had been the last song I had heard before I read the challenge, so I decided to tweak the rules so that I would have to write a fanfic based upon the next song I heard. Well, the next morning, my alarm app wakened me to "Lord of the Dance." It seemed to me that no matter what story I wound up writing, it would be likely to offend someone, either because it would seem sacrilegious or else because it would seem proselytizing. I therefore decided to give "Lord of the Dance" a pass as the basis of a story. My current story, therefore, was based on the second song I heard after having read the challenge.
I'll admit that I am using the term "story" very loosely. This is really more of a snippet than a story, but it was the best I could come up with given the song I was "assigned."
As always, all comments welcomed.
Joy, Lynn
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Aw, Lynn, this was nice. It seemed to me that no matter what story I wound up writing, it would be likely to offend someone, either because it would seem sacrilegious or else because it would seem proselytizing. I had the same problem, which is why I haven't answered the challenge yet myself. XD Although, my phone did just ring recently, so hmmmm.....
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Hi Queenie,
I'm glad you liked my piece. I am impressed with what you did come up with, the moreso since, being without lyrics, it was not, technically, even based on a song. Well done!
Joy, Lynn
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I enjoyed this. It could be what he was actually thinking. For a second I thought it was a song from the 80's "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" by Starship. I enjoyed this snippet though. Thank you.
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Great, Lynn! I gotta admit, it makes me imagine Superman bursting into a musical number at the end of it, so it definitely lives up. Love it!
Nothing spoils a good story like the arrival of an eye witness. --Mark Twain
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Hello CarrieRene, thank you. I'm glad this seemed in character for you. I'm not familiar with the 80's song, so I hadn't realized there was any potential for confusion. Mouserocks, then my work here is done. Joy, Lynn
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Lynn, that was beautiful! I love how excited he seems. Well done!
"It means never having to play it cool about how much you like something. It's basically a license to proudly emote on a somewhat childish level rather than behave like a supposed adult. Being a geek is extremely liberating."- Simon Pegg
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Hi NorstalgiaKick, Thank you. I tried to have my narrative approach the exuberance and self-confidence captured by the song. If you haven't had a chance to hear Anthony Newley sing it, you can hear him here. I can never listen to this song without breaking into a huge grin myself. Joy, Lynn
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Beautifully done, Lynn! I love how perfectly you've captured his enthusiasm in a few sentences. He FINALLY feels like he belongs!
Cuidadora
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Thanks, Cuidadora. It's definitely a new feeling for him.
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Wonderfully done! You've really captured that adrenaline rush he'd be having at his first successful outing as Superman. And you've managed it in just a few sentences. Excellent story!
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Thanks, Deadly Chakram. It was a fun piece to write, since trying to get into Clark's head then boosted my own spirits.
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This is great! I can feel his relief and excitement.
Superman: I hear you've been looking for me. Lois: All my life.
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Thanks, Jackie. It was fun stepping into his shoes (boots?) while writing this. It lifted my spirits, too.
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Hi Lynn! and now that my Superman character has met with a favorable debut, I should be able to settle down, finally. Best Laid Plans… You certainly set him up to fall, huh? Michael
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Hi Michael, Touché. Yeah, Clark's isn't at his best when he is "stoned"; is he? Joy, Lynn
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Depends on the color Michael
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