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Group 9

Word Assignment:  missed

TOP 5 STORIES / WRITERS

The writers below advance to the finals kicking off at 7PM EST on Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

The ad sprang to mind: "The execution that shouldn't be missed!" He smiled patiently as they reloaded, content to have an extra smoke. CREATED BY Alexander Theoharis [9]

She looked upon her trembling lover. "Oh, I missed you." Then her eyes narrowed on the fresh hole near his head. "But I have more bullets." CREATED BY Amber McDonald [9] *AUDIENCE AWARD WINNER

1missed period+1 asshole boyfriend–a steady job+one room studio+bus ticket to Boston/arguments+guilt-hot fudge Sundays+pickles=Grandparents. CREATED BY Timber Faught [9]

Visiting her out-of-work parents for the first time since Spot ran away, TJ realized how much she missed him. “More chili, dear?” CREATED BY stacey bhaerman [9]

Running towards the airport, to the terminal, to the plane. I missed her anyways. CREATED BY Christopher Wang [9]
 

TOP 25 STORIES:

The ad sprang to mind: "The execution that shouldn't be missed!" He smiled patiently as they reloaded, content to have an extra smoke. CREATED BY Alexander Theoharis [9]

She looked upon her trembling lover. "Oh, I missed you." Then her eyes narrowed on the fresh hole near his head. "But I have more bullets." CREATED BY Amber McDonald [9]

Our parish priest prayed in his native tongue. I didn’t speak Polish and missed his intent. I felt unredeemable, not knowing I was absolved. CREATED BY Candace Leigh Coulombe [9]

the window was where she sat and stared, lonely, hoping to be missed, but alas, she was the only one that cared, poor, shivering, and scared CREATED BY Elizabeth welle [9]

Missed. Olaf bowed his head, 100,000 fans thrilled, celebrating. His team not down but out, Olaf knew playing goalkeeper would be harsh. CREATED BY Marc Schifano [9]

It had been more than three years since Ken moved out. She still missed the way he made her laugh, even as he insulted her. CREATED BY sarah laichas [9]

d undercoverman plan is set. warden’s men will pull you out tomorrow. firing squad just for show. you will be missed ;-) CREATED BY Regina McCreary [9]

CJ looked at the bars on the door, the stripes on her shirt and the bump in her belly, wondering what if she hadn’t missed that train. CREATED BY stacey bhaerman [9]

1missed period+1 asshole boyfriend–a steady job+one room studio+bus ticket to Boston/arguments+guilt-hot fudge Sundays+pickles=Grandparents. CREATED BY Timber Faught [9]

She globbed more ice cream into her mouth. Tears blotted out any chance of her seeing the "Missed Calls" icon screaming for her attention. CREATED BY Alexander Theoharis [9]

Missed Connection. You: Cute vegan protester outside Mortons. Me: Beef on breath. Would consider PETA membership for another of your smiles. CREATED BY Amber McDonald [9]

I wiped my bleary eyes. “I’m not crying because you’re wounded,” I argued as he staunched his bleeding temple. “I’m crying ‘cause I missed.” CREATED BY Candace Leigh Coulombe [9]

On the corner she waited anticipating his greet, little knowing that he would be missed, for all along the corner where she waited was wrong CREATED BY Elizabeth welle [9]

Missed? The shards of glass beg to differ. CREATED BY Joseph siwiak [9]

Ken left the casino sweaty and bruised. He knew the botched gamble would haunt him much like Emilio's missed penalty shot in Mighty Ducks 1. CREATED BY sarah laichas [9]

Ready and waiting as planned. I couldn’t bear to leave the dog, I hope you don’t mind. She’s sure to be missed soon though. Where are you? CREATED BY Regina McCreary [9]

Visiting her out-of-work parents for the first time since Spot ran away, TJ realized how much she missed him. “More chili, dear?” CREATED BY stacey bhaerman [9]

She snapped. “U missed the exit.” Hands tightened on wheel. “U hear me?” Down shifted. “What the hell!” He smiled…“Missed the bridge too.” CREATED BY Timber Faught [9]

How could she have missed her stepdad's telltale tone in those steamy personal ads? Urgh! She'll get her pina coladas elsewhere, thanks. CREATED BY Alexander Theoharis [9]

I keep a lot of photos at the Missed Persons Bureau. It’s like that other bureau, except I know where the person is. He’s just not with me. CREATED BY Candace Leigh Coulombe [9]

Running towards the airport, to the terminal, to the plane. I missed her anyways. CREATED BY Christopher Wang [9]
Hands sweaty on grained wood, fervor rich in his limbs, the build up was sweet but he couldn't take the heat, for a single swing & he missed CREATED BY Elizabeth welle [9]

"he saw threw the missed..." (an English teacher somewhere falls dead) CREATED BY Joseph siwiak [9]
Had to leave Amy’s abruptly, no coat, (or shoes) missed last bus, no cabs, stuck at corner of Hemlock and Vine. Can you come get me? CREATED BY Regina McCreary [9]

“You missed the flight?” “Yes.” “The wedding.” “I know.” “ Your green card.” “I know.” “What now?” “I don’t know.” CREATED BY Timber Faught [9]
 

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