Friday, May 10, 2013

Trifextra: Love at First Tear


(First)

Plop…Plop-Plop…Plop

Salty spills splash steadily

(Then)

Flutter, thump-thump, kerplunk

Fallen fresh and fast

(Lastly)

Binding closes on tear-warped pages.

Never sadder. Never happier.

More satisfied, more exhilarated, more awakened

Than before.

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Inspired by The Perks of Being a Wallflower.

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This weekend Trifecta's challenge is to give 33 words (exactly) that include among them at least one example of onomatopoeia.

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45 comments:

  1. dunce twoMay 10, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    I like it. Makes me want to read the book.

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    1. GinaMay 10, 2013 at 9:52 PM

      Thanks, Dude. I think you should pick up a copy.

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  2. Ann BennettMay 10, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    Oh this is really good. I love how your described the tears falling, then said how and why they fell. Great job.

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    1. GinaMay 10, 2013 at 9:54 PM

      So nice, Ann! I cry a lot when reading like everything is touching. Thank you!

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  3. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    Loved this had to read it a few times.. out wit the old in with the new??

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    1. GinaMay 10, 2013 at 9:57 PM

      Sometimes love works that way...with books! Yes, already moved on and it feels like I'm cheating on Wallflower. Thank you, Sam!

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  4. LanceMay 10, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    I see the inspiration. Very creative, Gina.

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  5. DraugMay 11, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    Well done with the onomatopoeia!

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  6. Valerie BoersmaMay 11, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    Time for the next chapter now, I think!

    I loved this-I thought it was one of the more clever takes on the prompt:) Well done!!

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    1. GinaMay 11, 2013 at 6:32 PM

      There's always another waiting in the wings to take it's place...

      Thank you so much Valerie. Books I love have a lasting effect on me.

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  7. lumdog2012May 11, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    I see you went all out with the onomatopoeia. Very graphic use of the technique and a touching piece of writing to boot. Well done.

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    1. GinaMay 11, 2013 at 6:34 PM

      I did go all out. I was up early dying to finish and after I closed the cover then saw the prompt, I started thinking about the anatomy of tears. I always appreciate your kind words, lumdog. Soon, yes? For you....

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  8. AnonymousMay 11, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    I love your description of the reading journey. I haven't read this book, but I've had the experience with others.

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    1. GinaMay 11, 2013 at 6:35 PM

      I don't have this experience every time but books have their way with me. Always! They linger in my mind for a while making the beginning of the next book a difficult start sometimes.

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  9. AnonymousMay 11, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Ohhhh. This is lovely.

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    1. GinaMay 11, 2013 at 6:35 PM

      And this is the loveliest comment. Thank you whimsy!

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  10. AnonymousMay 11, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    A story wrapped in a story wedged between the covers of a book. What a great response Gina! :D

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    1. GinaMay 11, 2013 at 6:36 PM

      I LOVE the way you put that, Linda! This comment, from you? It makes my day. Thank you so much!

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  11. Mind Of MineMay 11, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    The Perks Of Being A Wallflower.

    One of the greatest books I have ever read. I actually felt different once I finished reading it.

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    1. GinaMay 11, 2013 at 6:41 PM

      Hey!!! I miss you! Thank you for visiting.

      I agree with you. I really wish I hadn't seen the movie last fall. I don't remember it in great detail (for several reasons), which was good for reading purposes. But it's liking walking head first into heartbreak (ache). You know it's coming but you can't remember exactly when.

      I feel different today too.

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  12. jodyMay 11, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    wonderful description of how words on a page can evoke such emotion

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  13. TMWHickmanMay 11, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    Beautifully done. Tears don't sound the same when they hit the screen of a Kindle...

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:12 AM

      For the most part, I am totally off a Kindle. Just not the same. Thank you so much, Tina!

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  14. TrifectaMay 12, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    I worked as a school counselor in 2004-2006. I made it my personal side job to read all of the new YA fiction and write reviews for it. Perks was one of my favorites. This is a great response to the prompt. Thanks for linking up!

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:13 AM

      It's a really touching book. I know someone (very close to me) that has Charlie's same sort of spirit. I think that's why I felt it more.

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  15. JennaMay 12, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Nice poem! I think I found Trifecta through your blog, so thanks!

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:14 AM

      Yes!!! I am so glad you found it and have enjoyed your entries, Jenna!

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  16. brudbergMay 12, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Great, a book to read

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  17. AtreyeeMay 12, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    Oh Gina,this is so me!I hardly cry in real life but give me a soppy story -book or movie or even a serial & tears come out in a rush!Loved this:-)

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:15 AM

      Fortunately (or unfortunately) I am a BIG crier. When I'm really happy, really sad, really touched, really....Well you get the picture!!! Thank you, as always, for leaving such nice comments Atreyee.

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  18. SuzanneMay 12, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Wonderful piece! Great use of onomatopoeia! And way to sum up my relationship with a good book! :)

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:16 AM

      A kindred spirit then! Love it and your comment.

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  19. kymmMay 13, 2013 at 5:29 AM

    Love this tribute to books - how the goods ones hang around and get to you.

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:16 AM

      Mine linger and hang on for many moons. I love when one is tough to shake. Thanks so much Kymm.

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  20. KirMay 13, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    did you know that I have been known to HUG a book I've loved when I'm done with it. SERIOUSLY hug it.

    I loved this. :)

    HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY sweetie, hope your weekend was amazing.
    XO

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:18 AM

      Okay! You are ME! Though I squeeze them.

      Thanks, girlfriend!!! You are always so kind to me.

      It was hands down one of my favorite Mother's Days. You know, especially with little kids, they don't "go down" as expected or you'd like. This one did so I am very, very grateful and blessed. And yours? I hope it was everything you wanted and then some.
      Muah!!!

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  21. Kenya G. JohnsonMay 13, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    That doesn't happen with me anymore since I'll all electronic and gadgety, but been there, love this.

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 10:44 PM

      Thanks, Kenya. I have given up my Kindle. As much as I love the convenience, I missed real books too much.

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  22. Samantha Brinn MerelMay 13, 2013 at 2:50 PM

    If you can believe it, I've never read Wallflower. Crazy since it's set in Pittsburgh and you know how I feel about Pittsburgh. I think it's about time for a read...

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    1. GinaMay 13, 2013 at 10:44 PM

      I can't believe you haven't because of Pittsburgh but also because you are young and hip!!! You need to...

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