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Three youngsters stalked by a homicidal monster? Don’t believe it. It was war. Young hotheads were everywhere, out to prove themselves.
Most were pushovers. We just had to puff on them and they’d run away squealing. A few got tricky – barricaded themselves behind brick walls and started playing mind games. Some of us got burned trying to dislodge them, but not me. I had a plan. I spread the word down in the valley and waited.
Soon every man with a gun was scouring through our woods. The promise of a free supply of pork chops and bacon was irresistible.
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It’s time for Friday Fictioneers again, where writers contribute 100 word stories in response to a photo prompt posted each week by Rochelle on her blog ‘Addicted to Purple’. You can find all the other stories here.
And here’s a cute little video if you’ve got time for a trip down memory lane.
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I’d be right there for the pork chops and bacon too 🙂
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Who wouldn’t? Mr Wolf had a good handle on human nature.
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A fun retelling
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Thanks, Neil. I played fast and loose with the original, but I’m sure I’m not the only one to have done so.
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I loved this, very modern and savvy wolf.
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He was a cunning one. I’m glad you enjoyed the story – thank you for commenting.
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You’re welcome.
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Scheming wolves – you never know where you are with them. Great take, Margaret. 🙂
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Thanks, Sandra. You’re right – such types always have a few tricks up their sleeves.
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You’re on the dining table, if they have their way 🙂
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Hehehe, I love this. At first you had me staring, wondering about cannibals and such, but then it clicked. Huffing and puffing now.
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Thank you, Gabriele. You weren’t too far off the track, I guess. I’m glad it gave you a laugh in the end.
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Dear Margaret,
What a fun retelling of an old favorite. Nice to hear the wolf’s side for a change and the video is fun.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Isn’t it a mad video! My husband is a big fan of those old loony toons. He loved this one. I’m happy the story gave you a chuckle too – thank you.
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I love pork chops and pulled pork… Who says that the beast is wrong?
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Not me. There are two sides to every story – at least. Thanks for commenting, Bjorn.
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isn’t it funny how great minds think alike? Loved your version
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As I did yours. Thanks, Ted.
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Love it. An alternative tale for my granddaughter. Thank you.
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Glad you enjoyed it Patrick. I hope your granddaughter does too.
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I finally caught on what the basic story was. Thanks for the video. Well written. 🙂 — Suzanne
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It took me a minute to catch on (I’m rather slow), but what an amazing take on the three pigs. They were never the innocent variety they wanted the public to believe. I believe they are best served with eggs, hash-browns, and biscuits and gravy.
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But what happens when all the pigs have been eaten, is it wolf against wolf that’s what I want to know.🙃🙃🙃
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It could be – or there will always be the occasional villager. They’d make a tasty, no fuss meal for an enterprising wolf.
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Great re-telling, Margaret, from the wolf’s perspective. Hey, he’s got to eat. And now I want bacon! Love your story.
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He does indeed. It’s the law of tooth and claw out there in the wild. And I f you’re up for a hike in the woods maybe you could bring home some of that bacon you’re craving. I’m glad you enjoyed my story, Amy. Thank you.
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