Sage words of wisdom. The second two are common sense, but the first one…well, I’ll confess those kinds of notes have always irked me, but I haven’t wanted to say anything about it. Thanks for putting it out there.

totally agree with the ficlet and THX =) kodos to you blu for getting it out there!

Finally. I agree with everyone. I really don’t like it when people strive for fame… Another pet peeve of mine is when newbies just sequel their own stuff, and don’t give the main point of ficlets a try, sharing stories with others.

Yes, I totally agree. Words from a veteran. And I agree w/ Oreos: fame, for me, is just a by-product of the workings in my head. If it hits the Most Popular list, great! If not, so what? Just keep chugging along…

Blu, and everyone who commented, you are absolutely right. All newbies should listen up, here is the golden rule of ficlets: seek acknowledgment by acknowledging others and leave it at that.