LJ Idol Season 11 - Week 3: Everything looks like a nail

Oct 15, 2019 08:10

Aaron Grimes walked back into his office. Halfway to his desk he turned back to the door and pulled it closed tightly behind him. He needed a minute. He sighed, hand still on the handle and turned in place. He leaned back on the closed door. He was so tired ( Read more... )

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bleodswean October 15 2019, 15:15:31 UTC
You did such a great job setting this up! You pulled me in right away and I had no problem feeling Aaron's pain and predicament.

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tonithegreat October 20 2019, 13:04:44 UTC
Yay, I am glad this worked in that way!

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az_starshine October 15 2019, 20:16:56 UTC
Oh, this is brilliant. I really liked how you set this up and how relatable Aaron was. Good job.

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tonithegreat October 20 2019, 13:05:21 UTC
Thank you kindly!

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karmasoup October 16 2019, 23:33:22 UTC
Sometimes it's the simplest approaches that come across best. Especially when the fish stinks from the head down.

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static_abyss October 17 2019, 00:10:10 UTC
Great characterization. This was a really smooth read and kind of felt like a setup for a longer story. Well done!

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encrefloue October 17 2019, 03:49:31 UTC
Path of least resistance (to dumpster fires)! The strain of Aaron's environment is so palpable. Really well developed. I'm glad he's found the solace of breath! And yes...maybe meme work makes the dream work 😆

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