I thought it was about time I was brave and shared some of my rejected work with you, my fellow bloggers. Open Wide is already posted on my website, but it’s one of my favorites; so I thought I’d share it with you again.
Open Wide
”Open wide” said Dr. Smythe as he turned on the light attached to what appeared to be a miner’s hardhat. “Just as I suspected, I’ll have to fill those molars and sharpen those canine teeth; or you won’t be able to hunt.”
”How much will it cost?” I asked; concerned because I had heard this specialist was very expensive.
”Oh just an arm and a leg” he chortled; amused at his sly wit as he reached for the long steel file. “We’ll do the canines first; so you can hunt. Remember now, an arm and a leg … young and juicy.”
He began to grind my teeth. It hurt like hell, but I knew the moon would be full in two days and he would expect full payment. Suddenly he began to sing: Whistle while you work! And I knew that an arm and a leg would not be enough.
submitted 4/13/10 to Brainharvestmag.com
Haikus submitted to http://www.haijinx.org 4/16/11
Waiting by river
As I search inside for me
Found only water
beach is destroyed
tourists sick in hospital
season disasterous
Red eye in mirror
Caused by doctor’s needle
But now I can see
Look at blank paper
Imagine a great story
Now get to work
Wanted to be Star
But had no experience
So ventured onto stage
These are all wonderful, Sandra, and I’m sure you know that many well known authors were rejected numerous times before their big win! So, write on (as some famous blogger would say) and keep up the momentum and your time will come!
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Words of wisdom for us all…
You never know. The next place you submit these may accept them.
Some sites won’t accept work that’s been previously posted, and even consider your own blog that way. I’ve got more, but may save them for other submissions.
Wanted to be a star … is my favourite, but they’re all great. I do love haikus, there’s something about being restricted that makes them – not easier, always – but, interesting to right.
Thanks Steven. You’re already a star; you’re reading your poetry in public! Regards.