Sunday, 27 November 2016
Sunday, 20 November 2016
Early holiday greets to American friends and acquaintances!
An anonymous commentator recently pointed out that my line on "identifying yourself if you want your comment take seriously" as being prejudicial. Never really thought of it that way. So let me explain:
A) If you stand by your comment/opinion, put your name on it. It's simple really. No need to hide who you are if you truly believe in what you say.
B) Presumably the comments are a part of a feedback and conversation system. It's pretty hard to reply or respond to a whole bunch of anonymous with very little identifying. At the very least, it's not encouraging a conversation. Don't close off a conversation especially if you think you have a point.
C) Sure, even comments from named commentators could be be faked accounts or identities. In that case, it throws doubt on the character of the commentator. Again, if you have valid opinions and feedback, then put your name to it and be prepared to engage with whoever you'd addressed the comment to. It's not a "one-upmanship game" and shouldn't be a "getting the last word in" competition either. Commentators are entitled to their opinions, those addressed in comments should similarly be entitled to defend their work and themselves.
For the holiday season, I'm posting a flash story Just Another Talk Show for all who're stuck in the traffic jams and queues in the annual migration LOL. Also good when you've heard for the umpteenth time your (insert relative's or family member's name)'s retelling of that embarrassing story of how you mooned the entire high school cohort at graduation (and or some other embarrassing story) - you need something refreshing to read after all that! Here's an exclusive preview:
"Holiday greetings to all fans and listeners tuned in to the final session of Straight Talk with Michael Pellegrino on WKRZ, your favorite radio station in this neck of the woods. As is the practice of this show this time of year, we move away from politics and serious issues to more frivolous topics and politically incorrect talk. Talk that can't be censored because the producer and just about anyone who can axe or call a halt to this program is stuck in traffic and queues at airports, highways and trains along with the rest of the human population trying to get home for the holidays. I'll bet most of you wonder every year while you make the trip 'Why the hell do I do this? For the dry cardboard shite called turkey?
For the relatives—all batshit crazy, cranky and ready to fight?'"
For the full story, stay tuned!
An anonymous commentator recently pointed out that my line on "identifying yourself if you want your comment take seriously" as being prejudicial. Never really thought of it that way. So let me explain:
A) If you stand by your comment/opinion, put your name on it. It's simple really. No need to hide who you are if you truly believe in what you say.
B) Presumably the comments are a part of a feedback and conversation system. It's pretty hard to reply or respond to a whole bunch of anonymous with very little identifying. At the very least, it's not encouraging a conversation. Don't close off a conversation especially if you think you have a point.
C) Sure, even comments from named commentators could be be faked accounts or identities. In that case, it throws doubt on the character of the commentator. Again, if you have valid opinions and feedback, then put your name to it and be prepared to engage with whoever you'd addressed the comment to. It's not a "one-upmanship game" and shouldn't be a "getting the last word in" competition either. Commentators are entitled to their opinions, those addressed in comments should similarly be entitled to defend their work and themselves.
For the holiday season, I'm posting a flash story Just Another Talk Show for all who're stuck in the traffic jams and queues in the annual migration LOL. Also good when you've heard for the umpteenth time your (insert relative's or family member's name)'s retelling of that embarrassing story of how you mooned the entire high school cohort at graduation (and or some other embarrassing story) - you need something refreshing to read after all that! Here's an exclusive preview:
"Holiday greetings to all fans and listeners tuned in to the final session of Straight Talk with Michael Pellegrino on WKRZ, your favorite radio station in this neck of the woods. As is the practice of this show this time of year, we move away from politics and serious issues to more frivolous topics and politically incorrect talk. Talk that can't be censored because the producer and just about anyone who can axe or call a halt to this program is stuck in traffic and queues at airports, highways and trains along with the rest of the human population trying to get home for the holidays. I'll bet most of you wonder every year while you make the trip 'Why the hell do I do this? For the dry cardboard shite called turkey?
For the relatives—all batshit crazy, cranky and ready to fight?'"
For the full story, stay tuned!
Sunday, 13 November 2016
Now Blogging
The day before I return to work after a short break is never a good day LOL Worse if I realise over 80% of what I wanted to do is still undone.
Still, I've got 2 stories mostly done, both shorts. One that's mostly thought out and more than 10 in some stage of development which I had no time to even think about. Still, it's not a complete loss I guess. I'm missing feedback from friends but it's been that kind of week so...
The story I'm releasing isn't the original one intended, but I guess with all the turkey-induced coma coming up in less than 2 weeks, attention spans will be shorter than ever so haha! Have fun everyone, I'll post when I'm less moody
While you wait, have a snack! Sneak Peek now live at http://eroftasy.blogspot.com/2016/11/new-lw-story-sneak-peek.html
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Hopefully it's as tasty as the cake I had!
Sunday, 6 November 2016
Singing The Blues
I'm sure everyone's heard all the platitudes about how no one is anything without their past, how the past shapes the future. Let me just summarise how I feel about the past; I hate the past at least 95% of the time. Rather than trying to escape the past, I'm more inclined to want to wipe out or forget it.
Yes, there are times when I laugh and think fondly about the past but they are few and far between. Of course, there are almost 37 years that I'd rather forget now, not too sure about the first 3 years of course.
There's one big difference in my dislike of the past now versus, well, in the past. Previously, I wondered why I bothered living to suffer. Now, I wonder why I let others/the powers that be victimise me - it really is up to me to live my life instead of living with misery. So, I say so long to one of my favourite songs as a kid:
And hello to a ridiculously optimistic song that'll be my theme from now on:
Ok, so I'm still partial to cheesy jokes; bite me!
Sunday, 30 October 2016
Happy Halloween!
A Happy Halloween to readers! Equally happy Diwali to all Hindu friends!
Readers may wish to get into the mood of the season by having a read of my controversial sequel to StangStar06's Airbag Thanksgiving, very imaginatively named Airbag Thanksgiving: Absolution which is available on both Literotica (https://www.literotica.com/s/airbag-thanksgiving-absolution) as well as my blog Fantasmes Érotiques (http://eroftasy.blogspot.com/2015/11/airbag-thanksgiving-absolution_29.html) it's long and split into several posts, so please approach with caution! Please do not read without having first read StangStar06's original work!
And in the spirit of Treat and Treat (yes, I don't intend to trick readers!) here's your chance to win shifter romances via shifter romance author Kim Fox, please click on the following link http://gvwy.io/h5i89cn and enter for a chance to win 15 shifter romances from 15 noted shifter authors!
Have fun!
Sunday, 23 October 2016
Response to comments on Pieces of a Marriage
Thank you to readers and friends who left constructive criticism and suggestions. As said, I'm open to comments that help me become a better writer. I'm, however, not receptive to abuse. If trolls are using the comments section to vent, then I feel bad for
them. Seriously, there's a big world out there, plenty of other hobbies available. The 1* bombers - well, you're spending your time (and indirectly) your money on an agenda that gets you nowhere and exposes your IP address.
And basically, I don't respond to anonymous posts/comments. If you have something to say that's worth someone responding, I'm assuming you'll put your name on it or send it via email with your email address.
In any case, my message to readers leaving feedback, please don't do the following:
1) Attack other readers and writers in comments. It's not healthy or respectful. I respect the fact that every reader is entitled to their own opinion, so please respect the opinions of others.
2) Don't leave comments that reflect the fact that you haven't read the piece that you're commenting on. I know my other pieces of writing are long. But if you're saying a piece that's about 1 page is long-winded, I think you need to ask yourself why you're reading it. You need a genre that is suited to your reading requirements.
There was a certain trend in the comments that was interesting: sbrooks103x was probably not the first to comment on it but that comment drew responses. Equal blame - to put it simply - was at the crux of the "problem" some readers have with the piece.
I get the eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth impulse that drives revenge - believe me that no fan of Dumas could possibly not have an appreciation of that. That said, my question(s) is (are( as follow(s):
A) Measurement of blame apportionment
What would be an appropriate apportionment of blame? 60/40? 80/20? 90.5/9.5? It reminds me of situations where things are screwed up and no one is doing anything to redeem the situation. Why? Everyone's too busy apportioning blame. Granted if there's a lawsuit and there's the issue of recompense, blame apportionment could make a difference.
B) Following from an accurate apportionment of blame, would we be mired next in an apportionment of revenge too? In other words, we'll have revenge sought and served that is proportionate to the blame/offence. Really? How do you measure? A pound of flesh for x amount of offence? Being a little too specific doesn't do too much for the outcome. You're liable to end up as Shylock, who for all his smarts is ultimately exploited and put at the mercy of his enemies.
If readers want a reminder of the consequences of an exacting revenge BTB, you might want to read BTB Forum which most critics unanimously agreed was way OTT. I'm not mad at readers, ok, maybe those who condemn before they even read what they are critising.
Frankly, I'm grateful there are readers who like the stories. Equally grateful for readers who take the time to tell me what could be improved. So watch for more posts, I'm hoping to get some out before the end of the year. Have fun and keep the feedback coming!
I'm off to stuff my face - yes, again LOL
In any case, my message to readers leaving feedback, please don't do the following:
1) Attack other readers and writers in comments. It's not healthy or respectful. I respect the fact that every reader is entitled to their own opinion, so please respect the opinions of others.
2) Don't leave comments that reflect the fact that you haven't read the piece that you're commenting on. I know my other pieces of writing are long. But if you're saying a piece that's about 1 page is long-winded, I think you need to ask yourself why you're reading it. You need a genre that is suited to your reading requirements.
There was a certain trend in the comments that was interesting: sbrooks103x was probably not the first to comment on it but that comment drew responses. Equal blame - to put it simply - was at the crux of the "problem" some readers have with the piece.
I get the eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth impulse that drives revenge - believe me that no fan of Dumas could possibly not have an appreciation of that. That said, my question(s) is (are( as follow(s):
A) Measurement of blame apportionment
What would be an appropriate apportionment of blame? 60/40? 80/20? 90.5/9.5? It reminds me of situations where things are screwed up and no one is doing anything to redeem the situation. Why? Everyone's too busy apportioning blame. Granted if there's a lawsuit and there's the issue of recompense, blame apportionment could make a difference.
B) Following from an accurate apportionment of blame, would we be mired next in an apportionment of revenge too? In other words, we'll have revenge sought and served that is proportionate to the blame/offence. Really? How do you measure? A pound of flesh for x amount of offence? Being a little too specific doesn't do too much for the outcome. You're liable to end up as Shylock, who for all his smarts is ultimately exploited and put at the mercy of his enemies.
If readers want a reminder of the consequences of an exacting revenge BTB, you might want to read BTB Forum which most critics unanimously agreed was way OTT. I'm not mad at readers, ok, maybe those who condemn before they even read what they are critising.
Frankly, I'm grateful there are readers who like the stories. Equally grateful for readers who take the time to tell me what could be improved. So watch for more posts, I'm hoping to get some out before the end of the year. Have fun and keep the feedback coming!
I'm off to stuff my face - yes, again LOL
Monday, 17 October 2016
Checking in on Blog Readers
It's been a crazy couple of weeks filled with work and stress. Some delay has cropped up on the writing side of things because of health issues etc but I'm on course to post a new story soon.
Here's a taster:
"Laughter floated around the little house as he kicked the door open and swung her over the threshold. It was so traditional and yet so new in someone who'd breathe new life in her world. They had known each other for so long yet her eyes had been focused for so long on that no good charmer who had made her heart beat so fast but left her in the dumps when she refused to surrender her body to him. One day, the other guy was charming as could be and the next, he was openly kissing her best friend. Her friend looked embarrassed, he did not. And through the tears, she'd glimpsed the face of real love who would pick up the pieces of her heart and make her whole. It was young love and didn't take long before she was lost in that steady gaze that reflected only her image. Her wounds were licked each time she felt the gaze of the other guy upon her as she kissed the owner of that steady gaze."
Look for the new story on Literotica soon!
I'm off for some comfort food - here's hoping the kimchi soup does some good!
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