Winner: "Testing the Friendship"

With her poignant tale of a friendship that passed the test and then some, our winner by a landslide is

Baino!
 

Congratulations to the Hesperidan Apple of our eye. She takes us out with grace, style, and a tear in our eye.

"Dignity (Part 1)"
"Dignity (Part 2)" 

And now... fade to black.

-10thDoM

Voting Closed

Voting is now closed for "Testing the Friendship ." The votes will be made public shortly (check the Voting post) and the winner will be announced in 12 hours.

-10thDoM

Voting: "Testing the Friendship"

It's time to find out how well everyone's characters stood up to the test.

List your Top 3 in the comments.



You have 2.5 days to vote.  The winner will be announced on the 29th. Keep it in line with the current topic/Muse.

 

Outstanding Fingers of Aidos (FoA)

Don't want to see your name listed here? Don't forget to vote.

*participant name (# of FoA outstanding, "name of muse(s)" on which the FoA was earned)
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*Example:  Little Red Riding Hood (1, for “Roasted Wolf Pairs Well with Merlot")

Wondering why your name is here?  Want to know how to get rid of the dreaded FoA? Have no idea what we are talking about? Read about the Finger of Aidos on the F.A.Q. page, here.

*If you need assistance with voting, please check the Voting Section of the F.A.Q. and our Sample Vote.

-10thDoM

Reminder: "Testing the Friendship"

By now, your story should be swimming along nicely, even if your poor characters are not. But whether they're barely treading water or on their way to Davy Jones' Locker, it's time for you to think about pulling the plug.

Now, on another note...  

Contributors have been a little thin on the ground lately despite some appreciated spruiking by our regulars. It takes a little bravery to put yourself up here but we're a supportive lot and would love to have you along for the ride. 

We here at 10thDoM encourage others to take the challenge. It's a lot of work administering the site for half a dozen people. And besides, we're running out of challenges for our most successful contributors, Half-Moose and JeffScape. We need some young/new/old blood to give them a run for their money. There are followers on this page who have only contributed intermittently or not at all. 

How about giving it a go? It's fun, it's competitive and we'll all read your stories. You can even receive a goodly amount of feedback if you want it. (And probably even if you don't.) Remember, anything qualifies, as long as it addresses the muse - artworks, film, voice, prose, poetry, photography... anything you fancy. Win a muse and you get to pick one of your own. 

Come play.

- 10thDoM

"Testing the Friendship"

Not everything is always as it seems. There's an old African proverb that says "Only a fool tests the depth of the water with both feet.”  As many have discovered, sometimes it's best not to put even a friendship to the test. Well, not unless it's in the interest of a good story.  And that's just what our friend Baino hopes to see with this muse.

"Testing the Friendship"

Image from WikiMedia Commons

So go ahead, jump in with both feet. Toss your characters into a testy situation, and let's see what happens.

Remember, don't sign up until you've posted the entry on your site and link that entry directly (not your blog home page). In the meantime, leave a comment and let us know you're game!

Link in as soon as you're ready.  We'll post a reminder on the 22nd. Voting begins on the 26th!

-10thDoM

Winner: "Tattoos and Teardrops"

What is it they say? Read 'em and weep? Not this time, my friends. Tom at Half Moose with a Twist tattooed himself an overwhelming victory with his heart-stopping tale. 

Half Moose with a Twist!

 

Congratulations, Tom. You've reached the 10thDoM pinnacle and become a Herculean Master. You'll forgive us if we decline to join you in a celebratory ride in the ragtop, won't you?

"Tattoo and Teardrops"

Tom's next muse will be posted on July 1st. Meanwhile, look for Baino's on June 16th.

-10thDoM

Voting Closed

Voting is now closed for "Tattoos and Teardrops." The votes will be made public shortly (check the Voting post) and the winner will be announced in 12 hours.

-10thDoM

Voting: "Tattoos and Teardrops"

Hopefully, both your tattoo and your tears are dry. It's time to select your favorite artist from among these worthy competitors.

List your Top 3 in the comments.

You have just 2.5 days to vote. Who produced the perfect tattoo, the one that will bring others to tears? We'll soon find out. The winner will be announced on the 14th.

*If you need assistance with voting, please check the Voting Section of the F.A.Q. and our Sample Vote.

-10thDoM

Reminder: "Tattoos and Teardrops"

Have the tears dried up now that your inks creative juices are flowing? By now, the picture should be coming together. Put on those finishing touches and get ready to show off your work.

-10thDoM

"Tattoos and Teardrops"

Got ink? Of course you do! But if you’re in tears over a tattoo run amuck, Tom of Half Moose with a Twist suggests that now is the time to put things right.  Grab your pen – or quill, if that better suits your style – and give us a tattoo you can be proud of.

 "Tattoos and Teardrops"

Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1798-1861

Source: WikiMedia Commons 

So no more tears over spilled ink. Wipe those eyes and get to work. Let’s see what shape your tattoo will take.

Remember, don't sign up until you've posted the entry on your site and link that entry directly (not your blog home page). In the meantime, leave a comment and let us know you're game!

Post as soon as you're ready, and we'll post a reminder on the 7th. Voting begins on the 11th!

-10thDoM