Results

[Melina]

Once again, I apologize PROFUSELY for the delay in posting the results. You will find my explanation in the "Disgruntled" thread...

This week we are losing:

JD Kiggins

I'm sorry, Joanne--your writing has so much heart. I was really rooting for you.

Congratulations to the continuing finalists.

Melina

[Sarita]

... Joanne. Sweetie, I love your writing. I'm sad to see you go.

Melina, thanks for your hard work again this week.

Everyone else, congrats for continuing.

:Hug2:

[katiemac]

Melina, thanks again for the count.

Joanne, best of luck to you with your writing. It's obvious you've already developed a fan base through the contest, and I'm sure they'll continue to follow you throughout your career.

[LieselGarmach]

Joanne, as you know I voted for you more than once :) I enjoy your writing immensely and am sad to see you out this round.

[CACTUSWENDY]

:popcorn: (<<<<making trip to store so I can stock up on more popcorn) Congrats to the winners...sorry there will be one less...but you are alllll winners. Take the night off and have a good break down, because another hill needs to be climbed. Love to you all.:Clap:

[Birol]

Joanne, sorry to see you go.


(Woohoo! Now Jenna can finally install her as mod in the Freelancing forum. Oh, wait, was that a self-serving thought?)


Seriously, Joanne, keep up the good writing.

[Sarita]

(Woohoo! Now Jenna can finally install her as mod in the Freelancing forum. Oh, wait, was that a self-serving thought?)

Is it rotten that I had the exact same thoughts?

[mommie4a]

You know, it's just like when I voted for McGovern in 1972 in 4th grade - even though he didn't win, and I would have bet money on you not being the one out this week (really), I never thought my vote was wasted - even the other 27 kids in the class voted for Nixon. Most of them are probably serving time for white collar crime now anyway.

Your work, and you, are well-loved and well-liked and well-respected. We know we haven't seen the last of you (because I'm gonna make you post in the JFF thread now!!!).:Hug2:

[Unique]

Joanne,

I'm happy for you and sad for you at the same time. I think you know what I mean. ((Big Fat Hugs)) You'll always be a winner in my book.









Congrats to the rest....Now.....:whip: Just kidding! Ya'll deserve a break.. whew!

[Rhush]

Hey Joanne! I'm sorry to see you go. I really enjoyed your work! :Hug2:

[brinkett]

Sorry to see you go, Joanne. I enjoyed all of your entries.

[Cabria]

Joanne,

Congrats on a job well done in this competition! Wonderful writer.....

Deb :)

[ChunkyC]

My heartfelt congratulations as well for making it this far, Joanne. You were a contender every week.

[Cassie88]

Joanne, We've been lucky to have you all to ourselves for this long. But at this stage of the game, you're all winners!!
Cassie

[sgtsdaughter]

Joanne,

Sorry to loose you, as your writing has always been full of heart.

A.

[maestrowork]

Joanne, you will always have my vote. You're one classy person, and a great writer.

But now you'll be able to join the MOD SQUAD (and know what we've been talking about behind your back!!!!!) and have more time to write and take care of mommie (not you, Jill).

[dragonjax]

Thanks for being such a terrific contestant, Joanne! I know I'll be seeing your work on the bookshelves soon!

[Celeste]

What!!! I demand a recount! :mad:

I wish it weren't you leaving this week, Joanne. I hate to see any of you leave the finals. I seriously was not expecting it to be you, though. I loved your story this week. I think all your entries were fabulous. You got my vote this week. I'm really bummed to see you eliminated. You are a very talented writer! Thank you for all you've given us. :Hug2:


Congrats to the remaining four. You all have done a fantastic job. Thank you! :Clap:

[brinkett]

Anyone know how many people voted?

[mdmkay]

One hand I'm very sad to see you go Joanne but I also comfort myself with the thought that having gotten this far you already know just how incredibly talented you are. I hope it takes the sting out knowing that there are so many people who have been and always will be fans, friends, and supporters who intend on being there for you for the rest of your very long (and I'm pretty sure illustrious carreer)....it couldn't happen to a better person. I also notice that there are quite a few people that are pretty excited that you'll have more time to coach those of us with your patient, humorous, kind talents. We all love you.

[Kappie]

Joanne thanks for all the wonderful stories. I have really enjoyed reading your work:)

[William Haskins]

joanne,

congratulations on (and thank you for) creating and sharing some wonderful work during these past several weeks.

we've talked via PM enough for you to pretty much know how i'm feeling right now, and i'm proud that we got to share the experience of this contest.

-william

[jdkiggins]

Thank you all for your kind words.

I truly enjoyed writing to Jenna’s theme each week and I am honored to have made it as far as I did. It’s been a pleasure and an honor to have participated with such a wonderful group of talented writers.

As I told a few others in PM’s, I’ll probably feel a bit lost this coming week not having to write to a theme and a deadline, but I am looking forward to moving on and joining in at the Mod Squad, provided I’m still wanted in there.

At this time, I would like to thank Sara, Richard, and Three Seven for placing me in the top eleven finalists. To all who sent a vote my way each week allowing me to continue, my heartfelt thanks as well.

Cheers to Melina for making it through her difficult situation. I hope you were able to enjoy your daughter’s birthday. I am truly sorry that you ended up in tears over this matter. I also want to apologize publicly if my post of suggesting a vote count deadline offended you.

Jenna you run a wonderful site here. Keep up the great work!


As for the remaining contestants, go get ‘em! You have much to be proud of, and don’t ever let anyone tell you that you don’t! Congratulations to the cream of the crop!

[BlueTexas]

Melina, glad nothing bad happened to you and it was just a computer problem.

Joanne...I'm sorry not to be competing with you...I've enjoyed all your pieces and can't wait to see your name in the bookstore. Inb etween mod-ding and mom-ing, will you still post in the JFF thread?

[jdkiggins]

Joanne...I'm sorry not to be competing with you...I've enjoyed all your pieces and can't wait to see your name in the bookstore. Inb etween mod-ding and mom-ing, will you still post in the JFF thread?

Thanks Kira. I'll give it a shot in the JFF thread.
:ROFL: Humor in a cemetery.

I just love Jenna's mind.

[jdkiggins]

Joanne, sorry to see you go.
(Woohoo! Now Jenna can finally install her as mod in the Freelancing forum. Oh, wait, was that a self-serving thought?)

Is it rotten that I had the exact same thoughts?
Well isn't that strange. Three of us thinking the same thing. :banana:
But now you'll be able to join the MOD SQUAD (and know what we've been talking about behind your back!!!!!)
Oooohhh. Moi? Was I that bad? :ROFL:
Seriously, though, I look forward to joining all of you.

[DJP]

Good Luck on the Mod Squad Jo, I've loved your entries.

[TashaGoddard]

Congratulations to everyone who made it. Joanne, sorry to see you go; your entries have been excellent throughout. It's so difficult to choose only one person to vote for each week! (And look forward to seeing you in the Mod Room!)

Melina: Very glad you're OK. I hope you managed to enjoy your daughter's birthday.

[mommie4a]

For your dedication. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your daughter's celebration.

[awatkins]

Joanne, I loved your entry; it really spoke to me. Sorry to see you leave the contest but looking forward to seeing you dressed in your new Mod Squad uniform. :D

Congrats to the finalists! Hey, what are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be writing? I want to see some great humor/cemetery stories! :)

And a hearty THANK YOU to Melina, for so many things. You're the best. :Hug2:

Another THANK YOU to Jenna, for sponsoring this whole shebang!! :Hug2:

[aka eraser]

Condolences Joanne but I too am looking forward to seeing you take over the reins of the Freelance board.

[dragonjax]

Gee, based on some of the comments here, it seems like people don't see the rib-tickling humor of tombstones...

[Unique]

Gee, based on some of the comments here, it seems like people don't see the rib-tickling humor of tombstones...


I know what I want on my Tombstone -

Pepperoni & Mushrooms.......

[maestrowork]

Extra cheese. And a touch of irony, please.

[jdkiggins]

Thanks DJP, Tasha, Anne, and aka.

My tombstone will read, now she's really skinny!

[Rhush]

Ha... :ROFL:. I wish "really skinny" was my problem! Hey, does anyone know how many plp voted this time? If it's already been posted I'm sorry for the repeat, I just didnt notice it anywhere.

[sgtsdaughter]

HHey, does anyone know how many plp voted this time? If it's already been posted I'm sorry for the repeat, I just didnt notice it anywhere.

Nope, it hasn't been posted. I would like to know, but I have been a little afraid to bring it up . . . in light of things.

So, does Melina or Jenna know?

And Melina . . . check your PM's. I'm, one of the many I think, that sent you one.

[skylarburris]

I'm beginning to feel like my vote is the kiss of death...second time in a row I've voted for the one voted off...


I'll miss your writing!

[Susie]

JD, you're a super writer, and congrats to all the finalists.

Hugs, Susie:)

[JennaGlatzer]

Just a note to say that Joanne (and Pepperlandgirl, if she's still interested) will be promoted to modship at the end of the contest.

It's been a pleasure to read your work, Joanne, and to learn more about you in the process.