A play on words, cleverly executed each week.
A complicated, interesting story,
kept the readers guessing.
They wondered what would happen,
Unable to second guess,
until the very last line,
when their response was usually
“Oh no, another groaner!” being the collective reply.
But comments confirmed the readers absolutely loved
Dr. John’s Flash Fiction 55’s.
This is a tribute to Dr John (Dr. John's Fortress & Dragon's Lair) and his wonderful Flash 55s. Dr. John passed away on Monday February 15th 2010 and I for one will miss him so much. I was so honoured when he said I had inspired him to start writing 55s. He was a wonderful writer but don't take my word for it, if you haven't already, go and check out his blogs. My thoughts are with his wife Betty and the family.
Goodbye Dr. John you'll be missed more than you know. xxxx
If you were a reader of Dr. John's work and would like to sign a memorial guest book for him please go here where Thom (Thom's Place 4 Well Whatever) has one set up.
If you were a reader of Dr. John's work and would like to sign a memorial guest book for him please go here where Thom (Thom's Place 4 Well Whatever) has one set up.
Friday 55 Flash Fiction is brought to you by G-man (Mr Knowitall). The idea is you write a story in exactly 55 words. If you want to take part pop over and let G-man know when you've posted your 55.
Akelamalu -- this is a beautiful tribute to Dr. John. I know he would be touched by it. I don't think he had any idea how far his influence reached or how much he was loved. I hope he knows now.
ReplyDeleteIn Dr. John's honor, I have joined Flass 55 this week. My story will post at midnight Pacific time, which is in about an hour.
I am sorry to hear of Dr. John's death.May he rest in peace & those who loved him be comforted.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful my friend and such a wonderful tribute. This says so much and defines such a great man so well. Well done my friend and thank you for the shout out and letting everyone know about the guest book. Have a wonderful Friday :)
ReplyDeleteA wonderful tribute, Dxx
ReplyDeletea beautiful tribute 55...master on teh one line groaners. smiles.
ReplyDeletemy 55 is up!
Wonderful .
ReplyDeleteLovely tribute.
Have you a great weekend.
hugs
shakira
a wonderful tribute to Dr. John. have a great weekend,
ReplyDeleteA wonderful tribute. He was a lovely man.
ReplyDeletewhat a sweet caring thing to do honey...
ReplyDeletesmiles, bee
xoxoxoxoxoxo
Thank you for this Wonderful Tribute Ake!!
ReplyDeleteDoc is smiling....
Excellent 55 My Dear,
I hope you know how very special you are to me and The Friday Crew.
Thanks for your awesome support, and have a Kick Ass Week-End...G
What a lovely and fitting tribute!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful tribute, Akelamalu!
ReplyDeleteBless you.
I didn't know Dr. John, but from all the wonderfully written heartfelt posts I've been reading about him this week, I can tell he was a very special man.
Have a wonderful weekend, m'dear!
X
Nice of you to say a few words for him..
ReplyDeleteNice!
ReplyDeleteIt's true Dr John was loved by so many people Quilly, I'm sure he's watching now!
ReplyDeleteThankyou on behalf of all Dr. John's friends Nick x
It was the least I could do Thom x
Thanks Mrs N :)
Dr. John was definitely master of the groaners Brian - I wish I were as talented.
Thankyou Shakira
Welcome and Thankyou Jesse
He was indeed Anthony and thankyou. x
I wish I could do more Bee
The Doc was a very special man G-man he deserved nice tributes.
Cheers Dumdad
It's a shame you didn't get to know Dr. John Ron, you would have liked him.
It was my pleasure Buff
Thanks Realliveman
How wonderful, Akelamalu, this was great!
ReplyDeleteThis day just isn't the same without his visits, or his stories, or his insights.
RIP friend!
This is awesome my dear friend... He'd love it.. No, he loves it for today is HIS day from us to him,
ReplyDeletewith love
Mine is up too
Nice weeekend
and he would run around telling everyone to come by "but it's a groaner."
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tribute to what sounds to have been a beautiful man. I read of his passing on another blog, too. It really is a small world after all.
ReplyDeleteThat's such a beautiful tribute, and a great memory you've shared too.
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty new to the 55, but Dr John's 55's almost made me groan :)
akelamalu: I'm sorry your friend passed away. It's a wonderful tibute. His words made you smile and that is something you carry on that is him.
ReplyDelete(((HUGS)))
later honey.
A lovely tribute!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love your butterfly! First visit and that totally distracted me, lol :)))
ReplyDeleteYou're right Susan, it's not the same with Dr. John's insights. :(
ReplyDeleteI like that Dulce - HIS day from us to him!
Yes he did, he was so much fun Alice :)
You don't realise what a small world it is until you start blogging do you Linda?
Welcome and thankyou Peter, nice to meet you.
You're right Spiky and we will remember the smiles he brought us.
Thankyou PattiKen x
Glad you like my butterfly Braja, nice to meet you.
I am sorry to hear about Dr John. I will definitely be popping over to read the posts.
ReplyDeletemay he rest in peace
ReplyDeleteStop by my place. I have an award for you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful tribute! I have a list of "Friday 55 bloggers" bookmarked, so I don't miss any of you...and Dr. John's was the first on the list. Seems odd this Friday.
ReplyDeleteHowever, I'm guessing God needed a Master Punster to keep things upbeat. I wonder if they allow dragons in heaven? :)
I Was Looking At Dr.John's blog for the first time today.
ReplyDeleteIve also been reading all the many moving tributes to The Man.Impressive.
It's a little late but i intend to read his back pages.A Very Interesting Man.
I didn't read Dr John, but the comments I've seen around the bloggosphere have been universally positive. I'm sorry for his passing.
ReplyDeleteTouching tribute to this beloved blogger ... I'm sure he'll be missed.
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Fine post!
ReplyDeleteAloha, Friend
Comfort Spiral
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ReplyDeleteThis is a marvelous, marvelous tribute to Dr. John. We are all going to miss him.
ReplyDeleteYou won't be disappointed with his writings Eternally Distracted.
ReplyDeleteIndeed Mona and it's nice to see you back m'dear. x
I will PattiKen, thankyou. x
You're so right Hope Fridays will not be the same without Dr. John.
Dr. John had a rare writing gift Tony which are well worth reading. Do let me know what you think when you've read them.
He was definitely a popular man Trav and will be missed.
Oh yes he will Happily Retired Gal
Thanks Cloudia x
Glad to be of help Anonymous - I would be interested to know in what way this post was helpful to you.
I'm pleased you liked it Mama Zen and yes we will all miss him.
Lovely tribute to Dr. John. He will be missed by so many folks. I treasure every post even more now.
ReplyDeleteNice 55. I am sure he would like it. We will all miss his writing.
ReplyDeleteI so agree with you Pam
ReplyDeleteWe certainly will Connie T
Very sorry to hear this, Akelamalu. I'm glad you found each other, though.
ReplyDeleteLovely tribute to your friend Akela. Sending good wishes his family's way. x
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