Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Three Word Wednesday - 55 Flash Fiction Friday - Caress, Jagged, Ruthless - 1/28/09

The prompts for Three Word Wednesday (caress, jagged, ruthless) conjured up a woman that every man has known. My initial jottings formed an exact 55 word image. That never happens. It usually takes a lot of wordsmithing. I left my first draft alone. I hope you enjoy it.

Her caress was both velvet and the jagged cut of a serrated blade.
A wound that would never heal.
Her love was equally ruthless and tender.
He now understood the close proximity of pleasure to pain.
He knew she was a succubus, but his soul ached for the sweet danger she brought into his life.
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19 comments:

  1. Thom GabrukiewiczJanuary 28, 2009 at 6:06 AM

    I do know this woman. So, I have to ask, how did you like the being limited to 55 words? I do the Fiction in 58 thing, my own creation, and I find that it helps me draw out detail in the least amount of words. It also helps in my real gig, as a journalist, to write tight.

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  2. myrtle beached whaleJanuary 28, 2009 at 6:11 AM

    The 55 Flash Fiction is my favorite link. It challenges me because I tend to be a bit verbose. Also, the host, G-Man, always visits and gives supporting comments as to your submission. I highly recommend it. I enjoy combining it with the Three Word Wednesday as it gives me a jumping off point. Plus, I am lazy.

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  3. RedheelsJanuary 28, 2009 at 6:24 AM

    You know a woman like this, or is this fiction?

    I love trying to tell a story in 55words. And as you know it is harder than you think it will be.

    Loved your post!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2009 at 8:06 AM

    I think this is a very interesting look inside the mind of a man. Actually it answers a question I have often wondered about. Why do men love b*@#^$s? Perhaps it is because we, as the public at large, don't see the tendar side readily and really wonder why a man would put up with "that woman". I have seen it over and over again. Perhaps it's time to hone my serrated side...mayhaps I would find some happiness...co

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  5. LucyJanuary 28, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    now there's a dream you won't want to wake up from!
    great job with both prompts Rick.

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  6. Tumblewords:January 28, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    Duly impressed with your skill at 55 Fiction...The story reveals a strange truth...

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  7. paisleyJanuary 28, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    very tasty little offering there rick.. i really enjoy that 55 style....

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  8. Ann (bunnygirl)January 28, 2009 at 10:50 PM

    There are men who are like this, too, sweetly and innocently cruel, like a child. You definitely stirred some memories!

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  9. Sherri B.January 29, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    Yes, there are both males and females like this...and it is fascinating to see how easily they can attract willing 'victims'...lol. This was an excellent read!

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  10. MichelleJanuary 29, 2009 at 7:52 AM

    Loved this!
    I'm gonna try the 55 words again this week. I agree w/ Thom, it helps draw out detail in just a few words!

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  11. PJDJanuary 29, 2009 at 4:10 PM

    This is nicely complete. It shows both sides of a single coin, but you also see the entire coin in the process.

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    excellent!! i love the 'succubus'.. very seductive charm.

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  13. G-ManJanuary 29, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    You may claim to be lazy... But you are one talented MOFO!!!
    Excellent 55 MBW...
    Always powerful and thought provoking. Thank you so much for your support on Friday.
    And thanks for directing some awesome contributors my way.
    Have a Great Week-End...G

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  14. MonaJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    Ah Sado- masochism...what else could those three words produce??

    But wait...have you checked Lucy's 55ve?

    Btwn, I added the Angie Aparo song to my playlist too!

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  15. AkelamaluJanuary 30, 2009 at 4:35 AM

    Isn't that great that your Three Word Wednesday effort morphed into a 55! Well done!

    Mine's up too. 55 that is!

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  16. Reverend Michael KilgoreJanuary 30, 2009 at 5:39 AM

    Hey-great 55!My first time here-I linked over from Galen's. I have one up if you like

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  17. MojoJanuary 30, 2009 at 1:18 PM

    Sounds like one of my ex-wives.

    Actually, I'm wrong. Doesn't sound like her at all.

    But 2 outta 3 ain't bad.

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  18. Lulda CasadagaJanuary 30, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    Well, I think I had some lovers that could fit this 55 description...nicely done!

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  19. Sepiru ChrisJanuary 31, 2009 at 6:16 AM

    Spot on, MRB!

    I can't drive 55; don't think I can write a story that lean either, but I might try.

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