just found out I got 2nd place...I'm stunned! I've always loved writing stories and secretly admit that I once wrote a novel (that was never published). That took 5 years to complete. Surprised I made the deadline on this one! Can't wait to read over all the entries...and apoligize for never poking my head into the writers forum. Time is limited and usually just run through the galleries for a quick look. I'll will stop by!