Perception [WWE, Wednesday Writing Essentials...

'Honey, listen to that bird.”

“A herd of what?”

“You got cut? Where?”

“Bear? Don't be silly, there aren't any around here.”

“No, it's too early for beer, how about lemonade?”

“We just got paid, silly, don't you remember? I gave you some cash, two days ago.”

“Yes, it is easy to grow daisies, but I really love carnations.”

“The clash of nations! That's what that commentator on TV was talking about last night.”

“No! I don't want to fight! You're just not any fun.” storming off, in a huff.

“I KNOW I'm 91, but I think you're the one who's losing it,” settling back and putting feet up on the porch railing.

Comments: 10

JOHN BECK Feb 23, 2013, 10:16am UTC

Perfect dialogue, devoid of communication. Well done.

Joann B. Feb 23, 2013, 10:52am UTC

I didn't have to work too hard on this one. My parents are 89 & 91 and both are hard of hearing.

Joann B. Feb 27, 2013, 12:38pm UTC

I should add that, even though neither hears what the other is saying, at least 86% of the time, they still manage to communicate rather well.

Pam Brittain Feb 23, 2013, 2:26pm UTC

I love your writing, Joann. This one's great!

Joann B. Feb 24, 2013, 11:30am UTC

Thank you, so much, Pam.

Mary G. Feb 24, 2013, 6:50am UTC

I thought of my husband reading this article. Its well done.

Joann B. Feb 24, 2013, 11:30am UTC

Oh, I like that! Thank you.

Pam Brittain Feb 27, 2013, 12:27pm UTC

I stopped back by to let you know that you are now featured on Gather Writing Essentials.

Joann B. Feb 27, 2013, 12:43pm UTC

Thank you, Pam.

Sandi S. Mar 23, 2013, 12:44pm UTC

Sometimes it's better to misunderstand!