Cheers to 10 WORDS: A 10-word story challenge

15 Oct 2020

1. Write a nanofiction story of exactly 10 words.
2. Post it as a reply in this thread.
3. Earn a Challenge Champ badge!

The fine print:
• You may enter up to 10 times
• One badge per member (not per story)
• Each story must include one of the Cheers to 10 Years competition word selections:
- Celebration
- Achievement
- Stories
- Space
- Camaraderie
- Ten
- Friendly
- Free
- Cozy
- Supportive

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15 Oct 2020

Each evening they share a lovingly cozy ambiance until bedtime.

15 Oct 2020

I went out, this afternoon. It rained for ten minutes!

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

I scolded my friendly cat but he answered, "Me? How?"

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

I played an old record. It was 'Celebration' by PFM

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

It was quite an achievement, really after all these years.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

The star blazed through the viewport, illuminating the sobbing astronaut.

Can she find the silence again?

Scream Away The Silence - The Sound of Silence comp entry

15 Oct 2020

I crossed an old rope bridge. It was very supportive!

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

I wanted to read stories but the library was closed! crybaby

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

I waited in the space just behind the bus shelter.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

At least it was out of the wind. Quite cosy.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

I wasn't alone and loved the camaraderie in the queue.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

I expected a long wait. Still, I had free time.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

15 Oct 2020

The celebration was brief, but it allowed us to mourn.

Some of my stuff.
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/learning-to-fly.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/misery-loves-company.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/we-always-go-on.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/heart-flutters.aspx

16 Oct 2020

Cozy by a crackling fire, we’re oblivious to winter’s wrath.

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20 Oct 2020

The leaves are turning and so much to really enjoy.

21 Oct 2020

A friendly competition was held; many entered their fine stories.

Can she find the silence again?

Scream Away The Silence - The Sound of Silence comp entry

27 Jul 2021

I tried my hand at a few of these. Not exactly sure what constitutes nano fiction, but they were a good exercise nonetheless. smile

Nestled around the fire, the past melts away. Finally free.

As ashes rain in celebration, victory never tasted so bitter.

  Within darkest deep space, a starship stirs it from slumber.   

Cozy and friendly. Even at twenty-three, she loved her teddy.

Waves | Red Tide (Poetry)
Notes of Melody (Competition winner) | The Wonderful World of Wally Weasel(Spooky Tales 2nd Place) | When the Cicada Sings (Survivor shortlister)

27 Jul 2021

A story in only ten words, impossible but I'm willing to give it a go.

I won the lottery. Oh wait, that’s a six, bugger.

I thought he’d never believe my excuse, and he didn’t.

When I said I didn’t eat the cake. I lied.

You love me all the world. Sorry, who are you?

27 Jul 2021

Sun shone washing out

Rain came washing in

Tumble Dryer

There are no strangers here - just lots of friendly folk to chat with and stories to enjoy 👀

24 Aug 2021

Are ten words enough for a story? I don't know.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

25 Aug 2021

The dreamer awoke and wept. Slumber was no longer restful.

Can she find the silence again?

Scream Away The Silence - The Sound of Silence comp entry

26 Aug 2021

Just wondering, but has this thread just become a generic ten-word story thread? 🤔

I don't mind, but the original post contained this...

The fine print:

• Each story must include one of the[se] word selections:

- Celebration

- Achievement

- Stories

- Space

- Camaraderie

- Ten

- Friendly

- Free

- Cozy

- Supportive

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

29 Aug 2021

Congatulations on your achievement, Anna. I deleted all my posts.

29 Aug 2021

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Congatulations on your achievement, Anna. I deleted all my posts.

What do you mean, Larry, and why?

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

29 Aug 2021

Quote by AnnaMayZing

Quote by Dreamcatcher
Congatulations on your achievement, Anna. I deleted all my posts.

What do you mean, Larry, and why?

I didn't use any of the 10 words in my posts.

29 Aug 2021

Quote by Dreamcatcher
Quote by AnnaMayZing

Quote by Dreamcatcher
Congatulations on your achievement, Anna. I deleted all my posts.

What do you mean, Larry, and why?
I didn't use any of the 10 words in my posts.

Aww, you didn't need to delete, you weren't the only one. Perhaps we should have a Ten-word story thread like the five-word sentence one? 😀

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

29 Aug 2021

Quote by AnnaMayZing

Aww, you didn't need to delete, you weren't the only one. Perhaps we should have a Ten-word story thread like the five-word sentence one? 😀

Write a ten-word story using the last word of the story above? Ouch, that really could be a challenge. Perhaps writing a ten-word story using A word from the story above would be better. Then again, it is supposed to be a challenge ... 😀

And I'll leave mine up. I completely forgot this was an old anniversary-related challenge when people started posting in it again.

Can she find the silence again?

Scream Away The Silence - The Sound of Silence comp entry

29 Aug 2021

Ten words? How do I tell a story in ten....

Fire and Ice - A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words competition, first place

Monster - Survivor competition, first place

29 Aug 2021

With lots and lots of editing. 😳

Can she find the silence again?

Scream Away The Silence - The Sound of Silence comp entry