Results - Week 20 - Tie-Breaker

[clauderainsrm.livejournal.com]

On one hand, today we are saying goodbye to tough_doll and that's a sad thing.

On the other - I get to point out that she made the Top 50, because I know there were times early on when she definitely didn't think that was possible. Which makes me glad that I do get to have a post that singles her out. She deserves it.

It's strange, because even with the field narrowed down the extent that it has been, there are people like her that I personally believe have been doing some really interesting things all season long and haven't really gotten the attention.

Obviously she did get some, because look at where we are! But I think there is something really special in the entries.

If you get the chance though, definitely go back and reread her entries from this season! I think you are going to find some stuff you might regret missing the first time around.

Comments

[locknkey.livejournal.com]

I agree - I thought she did some really special entries that at various points I enjoyed and was moved by.

[clauderainsrm.livejournal.com]

I was constantly surprised not to see her mentioned more by other contestants.

There are definitely people that I think still haven't broken through and found a way to be more widely recognized. Hopefully people will go back through the entries now that her run is over and take a second look.

[locknkey.livejournal.com]

I was constantly surprised not to see her mentioned more by other contestants. I admit as a newb - I didn't really get that part of the game, but have a much better idea now. :)

[comedychick.livejournal.com]

That could have something to do with the fact so few people seem to be mentioning anyone to check out :P

[pixiebelle.livejournal.com]

Agreed.

[beldar.livejournal.com]

*salutes tough_doll*

There's always the Home Game -- and next season!

[spydielives.livejournal.com]

Agreed. This is definitely a player who deserves to be counted in the Top 50 (a season of truly talented writers)!

[joeymichaels.livejournal.com]

Well, that's a shame, because she's one of my newest friend's list people and a fine writer.

Also, this was almost a goodbye thread for her! I used to love your goodbye threads last season, Gary. Moar! Moar!

[scarlet-begonia.livejournal.com]

Thanks for all the votes and to whever voted for me. It has certainly been a struggle at times. I wish everyone in the competition the best and can't wait to see who wins. To be honest, the spring fever bug bit me in the ass.

[myrna-bird.livejournal.com]

Awww. Sorry to see you leave the line-up. I have enjoyed your writing and getting to know you this season. Hope you jump into the Home Game sometimes!

[scarlet-begonia.livejournal.com]

Many Thanks!

[locknkey.livejournal.com]

I enjoyed your entries quite a bit - I always felt that were full of heart and that you weren't afraid to put yourself out there and I found myself touched quite often by you words. <3

[pixiebelle.livejournal.com]

I am sorry to see you go :(

You really stuck out to me early on as a really cool person. If you'd like, I'd love to add you as a friend, but that's totally up to you since I know we didn't talk a whole lot this season with life being crazy for me and all.

[scarlet-begonia.livejournal.com]

I added you, and thanks.

[snarkerdoodle.livejournal.com]

Thank you for sharing your work with us this season -- I've really enjoyed a lot of your pieces all season long. :)

[theafaye.livejournal.com]

Top 50 was my goal for this season, so she's done really, really well. It would be lovely to think that her leaving signals the beginning of Gary's Goodbyes Proper, hint, hint.

[imafarmgirl.livejournal.com]

This is sad. I have been enjoying her entries.