Ramon Collins

Hi Ramon,

Just wanted to stop and scribble on your wall and say hello.

Hi Ramon, just a quick thanks for reading my micros...or whatever they are :)
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Hi Ramon. So happy to see your fave for "Weak Knees." It's part of a collection of poems and prose. Been posting a few here and seeing how they are rec'd.

Thanks, Gloria. "Spaghetti Woman" is an extraordinary modern fable, a genre that's overlooked in short-short fiction. I'm not too active on this site, but will give the Microfiction Cafe an occasional lurk. Micro is my fav-O-rite thing to read.

I enjoyed By the Beach. And welcome to the group Microfiction Cafe.

Miss Joani: You know how to write and that means you can write anything -- of course, your original ideas help. I think Micro writing is more a cross between poetry and short essay than the traditional short story format of Conflict, Crisis and Resolution.

Poetry because every word must be chosen carefully to project an image. Short essay because every word should drive toward the conclusion (ala Andy Rooney).

Hey, JP -- no problem. You are teaching, and commenting on, two university-level classes this summer (you must be a human dynamo).

Kathy: A very easy thing to say after digesting your story.

Bill: VLake's peek-a-boo look should be on Mount Rushmore. No, my sit-com background is sadly lacking.

JP: Reading your poetry is an education. I'm happy you're in education -- please remind your students, daily, of their good fortune (without blushing).

Thanks for finding the Veronica Lake poem, Ramon! Those of us over a certain age who know her films are still haunted by her. Ever see her in I Married a Witch?

Robert, Jules and Kathy:

Thanks for your thoughts. You three have built "reader trust" -- and that's why the author's name is as big or bigger than the title on book covers. "Writers sell books, titles don't."

It's a pleasure to read your work because you are quality writers who take pride in your bylines.

Ramon - many thanks for your kind comment on Hog Heaven. Very appreciated.

Hiya, Tina: I've had another medical setback, but have grown to love 'em -- what's the alternative? Other than that, I've been wasting my life away in yet another fiction class. Y'know the scene; far more interested in the manufacture of cute cyber-quips than the craft of fiction. How's by you?

Hahahah..Hi Ramon, it's not my horse! And thank you so much for all of your wonderful comments and support and thank you for inviting me here..I have already read so many, many fabulous stories and I'm excited about many of the authors I've met here as well!

Thanks for the very kind words and the fave on 4P28, Ramon. I'm so glad you liked it.

Hi Ramon, happy you came across Requirement today! Thanks so much for those kind words and the star. Glad you liked it.

Ah Ramon! You are too good to me. But who would play the lead? Julia Roberts refuses to return my calls plus she's a little long in the tooth, I think.

You're so kind, Ramon. Thanks. And there's actually a Wife Saver Laundromat in Denver. Knew I had to use that. ;-)

Ramon: Thank you for your kind words about my piece "June, Texas, 1993." I appreciate them.

Thank you, Mata

Darlin' you are the best. I am so glad you liked my Wigleaf Postcard. I would write 10 more if they would make you smile. Thank you for being here. Oh, ignore the big guy with puffy shoulder pads. He's just...an extra.. ha. xoxoxo

Ramon, Thank you for taking the time to read my work -- and for your note on courage. I can't tell you how much that means to me.

Ramon! Thank you for your comment on Two Trees -- glad you were involved. That is always lovely to hear.

Ramon, thanks for the kind words on The Bonds...words are good things and nice line of yours above about Gatsby too

Ramon, many many many thanks! I so appreciate your kind words on The House-Sitter.

Ray, you're a doll, what can I say but that I'm glad for the friendship, and thanks for your good words on "gutter"

Thanks for the kind words on If Wishes Were Horses, Ramon. I appreciate the read!

Patch, patch, patch. You got that right, Ramon. We're still on the right side of the grass, though. That's what counts.

Hi Ramoner. So great to hear from you and in such a rewarding way! Your kind words (and the star) about "The Listening Place" mean a lot, not just because I love praise as much as the next girl, but because I admire your work so much. Speaking of titles, I have one for you: Mr. Generosity.
Not sure if you noticed it, but I posted a new story on Thursday called "Claudine." It might give you a chuckle. Thanks again. Tiner

Hi Ramon, thanks for reading 'Climbing'. I've never had to lure a man into a cellar, so I guess I just had to make something up...

Meg: Will you be my warming hut?

Wow, thanks, Ramon, for your comments and encouragement. I truly appreciate the feedback. I was about ready to ‘give up’ on that 55-word story in a way, so I was very happy to read what you wrote.

Perhaps I was 'ignored' by the previous readers simply because "Lucky" was the first story I posted, so no one knows me. ? I hope I can do for other ‘unknowns’ what you’ve done for me! Thanks again.

Just caught your comment on Paradox. Thanks so much for the feedback, and glad you liked it!

Ramon! Thanks for your wonderful words on Time to Rest. You are so very kind and encouraging. Seriously: it is lovely to know you!

Ramon, I'm glad you liked the Bride story, yes, some do "tawk" that way, ha ha
cheers!

Cherise: You really know how to turn a boy's pretty head +blush+ thank you.

General Collinz: You done good.

Jules: The WTF wasn't meant for you. Yesterday FN posted my comments twice. That can be irritating.

Ramon, thanks for reading 'His Longest Day' I always enjoy your comments.

Thanks for finding and commenting on Ten Years Later. Prompted me to read it again too which was fun! Loved your 55 words!

Ramon, thank you for your great comments on After Dinner. I appreciate it!

Thank you, Ramon, for your thoughtful read and wonderfully kind comments on Sharp Corners. Much appreciated!

Jack: ExtraC is a solid story and I recommend it to the less fortunate on this site who haven't read it.

Ryder: I will contact you privately with a title suggestion. We must go on seeing each other, but we might be first cousins, and that wouldn't be right.

Indeed, Ramon. "Extracurricular" is not all pink & frilly. Thanks!

Ramon, thanks for reading and commenting on Tryst. Hope all is warm there but not too warm! xo

I admire writers who cut the fat off the bone and still tell a story (the bone), Barry. And thank you for the exposure in Camroc Review.

Just read "Evening Alone" in Camroc Press Review. Loved it!

Ramon, I appreciate your helpful comments and suggestions, including the new title, Along Came Doreen, thanks. I'm looking forward to reading more of your Flash and Micro works and whatever else you may write.

Hum away, Ramon. Thanks for the kind words about "I Like it This Way". Looking forward to seeing "Bird-Watching" in Linnet's Wings. Thanks again, for that. So appreciated!

Thanks for your comment on my story and on my wall! People like you help make writing my passion.

So nice of you Ramon, to make comment on From The Kitchen of My Childhood - yes, we did make do and often had lots more fun because of it!

Ramon, Thanks for going into my "archives" and reading my menage story. I'm always happy to recall that little incident. Actually, the only thing the husband was unhappy about is that we disturbed his sleep!

Meg: You know I'm just trying to turn your enchantin' head. I've had a schoolboy crush on you for years and you're not the type who'd crush a schoolboy . . .

Marcelle & Julie: Thanks for the reads and wunnerful comments. I've read your work and feel the talent on FN is overwhelming. I'll have to work harder.

Hi Ramon,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous comments on "Get Some Strange" and for faving it! I really appreciate it :)

hahahahahaha!!!! you made me laugh thank you thank you. It has been a rough week, and I thank you!

Ramon, you have just given me a lovely compliment on 'Nobody Told Marni' and it's all the more wonderful because I love your writing - 'Evening Alone' is incredible. Thank you! M.

Ramon, thank you for reading and commenting on The Heart Jar. I adore your profile pic, and I look forward to reading your work.

Thanks so much, Ramon, for your insight comments about "Real Estate." Very kind!

Dear Ramon,
Thank you so much for your very thoughtful comments on my prose poem "Traveling North"--your second comment brought tears to my eyes. You are the first person to read this poem who has ever picked up on the fact that I loved my father. I loved him dearly. Thank you so much for your sensitive perceptions. I am so moved by what you wrote! Thank you so much!--Bobbi

Hi Ramon. Thanks for your comments about One Bag of Popcorn and for the star! I had fun with that story.

And the thank you for the star!

Howdy Ramon, great to see you here!!

I appreciate the invite, Meg. There sure be some heavyweight writer-fellas 'round cheer!