Absolutely brilliant! Your story reminded me of political campaigns in this election year, with both sides driven to end the other, no matter the cost.
Brilliantly done, Bill. I love how it started off as writing a list then it went from voodoo to monsters to dinosaurs to gods, all the while cold hard cash is needed (but not PayPal 😁) to continue conjuring these crazy creations. Really enjoyed it 👍🏼
Enjoyed the story but I only wish I had read it years ago. I worked in a warehouse for a little over 15 years. I was everywhere, customer service, shipping and receiving, HR, hell I even did some time in the maintenance dept. I grew up on a farm but had developed computer skills, I was also about 10+years older than most of the office staff. It wasn't till a few years ago (I'm 72) that I was one of the lowest paid workers in the office. That was when I could have used a dino or two to rampage through the warehouse. Enough time had passed so I could play dumb.
First thing I’ve read on my return. A mighty tale. Just when it sounds like a simple revenge tale it goes Godzilla on us. Huge. And hugely entertaining
Thank you. I had fun writing Voodoo and I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm a little more afraid to visit New York City than I was before I wrote this, though.
Yes, they sure can, depending on size. But be careful what you wish for. You could come back as my son's cat and be loved, well-fed, and fawned over all day and all night. Or you could be a street cat in Tijuana. Eeeps
Whoa! Whoa! WHOA!! Steady on, big boy! This piece should come with an advance fair warning: "Approach with caution. This story may fry your gizzard!" Definitely mind-blowing to a faint-of-heart, lily-livered, lacy-pants reader... such as myself! Brilliant, all the same!
Thank you very much Sharron. When I was a kid I had a voodoo doll, but I don't remember how I used it and clearly I didn't use it properly, because when you do...It's best to avoid that place and for 100 miles around. I'm glad you enjoyed Voodoo, Sharron.
Bill, that was one helluva wild ride. The older I get, the more I think someone that I have pissed off is sticking pins in the knees of a doll with my name on it. - Jim
Whew, this story got wild in a hurry. In a sense, it was comical, like those Roadrunner and Wylie Coyote cartoons. On the other hand, it paints a stark picture of the way revenge comes back on those who seek it.
I had Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner in mind when I wrote Voodoo. They're locked in perpetual battle. But the other origin for this story was hearing stories from friends about their crazy office lives. I'm glad you enjoyed its wildness.
Absolutely brilliant! Your story reminded me of political campaigns in this election year, with both sides driven to end the other, no matter the cost.
Thanks, Caro. I'm happy you liked Voodoo. I hadn't thought about that, but yes, it's way too easy for mayhem to escalate.
Brilliantly done, Bill. I love how it started off as writing a list then it went from voodoo to monsters to dinosaurs to gods, all the while cold hard cash is needed (but not PayPal 😁) to continue conjuring these crazy creations. Really enjoyed it 👍🏼
Thanks, Daniel. I had fun writing Voodoo and I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Enjoyed the story but I only wish I had read it years ago. I worked in a warehouse for a little over 15 years. I was everywhere, customer service, shipping and receiving, HR, hell I even did some time in the maintenance dept. I grew up on a farm but had developed computer skills, I was also about 10+years older than most of the office staff. It wasn't till a few years ago (I'm 72) that I was one of the lowest paid workers in the office. That was when I could have used a dino or two to rampage through the warehouse. Enough time had passed so I could play dumb.
It's a great power to have. I would love to command a herd of dinosaurs, or even just have one on a leash.
Oh, this was fun! I hope Janet wins.
Me, too!
Fingers are crossed for Janet.
Thank you, Liz. I'm rooting for Janet, too.
First thing I’ve read on my return. A mighty tale. Just when it sounds like a simple revenge tale it goes Godzilla on us. Huge. And hugely entertaining
Thank you. I had fun writing Voodoo and I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm a little more afraid to visit New York City than I was before I wrote this, though.
Love that there might just be a network of spell shops!
Or maybe Bill-zilla?
I've always wanted to come back as a cat. As sweet as they are, kitty cats can also be terrifying, right?
Yes, they sure can, depending on size. But be careful what you wish for. You could come back as my son's cat and be loved, well-fed, and fawned over all day and all night. Or you could be a street cat in Tijuana. Eeeps
Exactly! Adler-saurus!
I like it!
Escalation!!!! I used to work in advertising, I know what you mean, lol.
It escalates quickly, too.
"Vintage clothing shop on Greenwich Avenue and 10th Street."
Dude, I lived on 10th street between 6th and 7th Avenues for seven years.
And used to comb the vintage shops in search of vintage bowling shirts back in the day when I used to collect. Had one helluva a collection too.
We were in NYC in May and hit that part of the Village for vintage clothes shopping. I love it there! It's so much fun.
Good they’re still around. Wonder if the bowling shirts are.
Well, that escalated fast!
Magic waits for no one.
Whoa! Whoa! WHOA!! Steady on, big boy! This piece should come with an advance fair warning: "Approach with caution. This story may fry your gizzard!" Definitely mind-blowing to a faint-of-heart, lily-livered, lacy-pants reader... such as myself! Brilliant, all the same!
Thank you very much Sharron. When I was a kid I had a voodoo doll, but I don't remember how I used it and clearly I didn't use it properly, because when you do...It's best to avoid that place and for 100 miles around. I'm glad you enjoyed Voodoo, Sharron.
Bill, that was one helluva wild ride. The older I get, the more I think someone that I have pissed off is sticking pins in the knees of a doll with my name on it. - Jim
Right? I know exactly what you mean.
I'm glad you liked Voodoo, Jim.
I’m glad there are so many voodoo shops where I live, the people seem satisfied with that!
I prefer to buy my voodoo dolls in person rather than online so I can judge their power firsthand.
Show me on the doll where the power is!
This story is so funny, and it also has a valuable lesson; sometimes it’s better just to quit your job.
Thank you, V.C. I'm glad you enjoyed Voodoo. I agree: A quick exit is often the best decision.
Whew, this story got wild in a hurry. In a sense, it was comical, like those Roadrunner and Wylie Coyote cartoons. On the other hand, it paints a stark picture of the way revenge comes back on those who seek it.
I had Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner in mind when I wrote Voodoo. They're locked in perpetual battle. But the other origin for this story was hearing stories from friends about their crazy office lives. I'm glad you enjoyed its wildness.
Crazy and wild! GO, Janet!!!
Janet is in her groove.
What a ride, Bill! This story was thrilling, and I loved it.
Thank you, Justin! I’m happy you enjoyed Voodoo.
What imagination! I enjoyed it!
Thank you, Christina. I'm happy to hear that.