Ah, it's time for another prompt! Submitted for your consideration: boundaries Have fun!

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Yay, Joe's on his way WooHoo, Now the fun will really begin!! (and don't forget the binoculars either, two, or more, can play at that game!!!)

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Chris - The question is, will Joe rescue him or end up with him? KT - Dark and deep. As long as it's not acted on. And things can change over time.

Originally posted by Becky Rock KT - Dark and deep. As long as it's not acted on. And things can change over time.

No fear of that, Becky, that is a line I won't cross!

[quote]Originally posted by Becky Rock Chris - The question is, will Joe rescue him or end up with him?/quote] I was wondering more about whether Joe would figure out/learn Ken's secret.

Or we might fid out Joe's bi-sexual. So many possibilities.

Here's come more Totally G-Force. Jason cocked an eyebrow in amusement as Clover crouched down with the small can of white paint and a brush. He glanced over to Sam. She was watching her roommate and teammate with amazement. "You've got to be kidding," Sam said as Clover began to paint a line across the parkay floor. "You're boyfriend can stay on your side of the apartment," Clover answered. "Does that mean Mark has to stay on your side?" Sam asked, crossing her arms. Clover and Mark had been dating three months longer than she and Jason. "Jason owes me an apology and until I hear it, he stays out of my part of the apartment." Clover angrily dipped the brush into the paint. "For what?" Jason wanted to know. He looked around and caught Alex, the third roommate and teammate, who was also dating Tiny, starting to snicker. He knew why and had to bite his lip to keep from saying it. "You said I looked like a bimbo!" Clover growled, her blue eyes flashing. "You did," Jason quipped and bit harder. Sam gave him an exasperated look. "Jase," she admonished. He shrugged at her. "I call them like I see them," he countered as Clover painted. "Uh, Clover," Alex said and Jason shook his head at her. "Let her have her boundary," he said and then cracked up. "What's so funny?" Clover demanded, hopping up like a Jack-in-the-Box. "Clover, the front door is on Sam's side, so Mark can't get in, and so is the bathroom," Alex pointed out. Clover's eyes widened as she turned to confirm Alex's words, then growled and stomped into her part of the kitchen for a roll of papertowels. "Nice try, AI," Jason finally got out and receievd another glare. Sam grabbed his arm and pulled him towards her bedroom. "Would you please stop calling her As If," she requested. "I have to live with her." "I will when she stops saying it," he said and smiled at Clover as she tried to scrub the paint off the parkay. "Your boundary might cost you a new floor." He quickly ducked the paint covered wad of papertowels she threw at him. "As if!" she spat at him.

I've known a few people who could have lived that!

Originally posted by ChrisW "I have some concerns," said Nambu. "I'm sending you to join Ken on his assignment."

Yay! As soon as I first read about Club Aphrodite, I knew Joe had to end up there!

Originally posted by KT1972 Those boundaries protect him, as well as me. I love him enough for that.

Now this is an original "love" angle -and I'm not even sure who the recipient is. Sad, but time (albeit several years of it) is on Jinpei's side, and he may someday find his feelings are reciprocated. Becky, you're reminding me why, in my student days, I eventually decided having no roommates was worth it, even though it meant higher apartment rent!

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KT: Like I said before, I like this little character study, kids get crushes and hero worship all the time. It's clear Jinpei isn't going to try anything inappropriate. EW: Jason's probably living in terror for the final piece of revenge to fall into place. Becky: Somehow I can see Jason purposely driving someone to the point of lines across the floor! Regarding Club Aphrodite, the only thing that's for sure is that Joe's gonna walk into something he totally wasn't expecting.

CW: Now if we could only have pics of Joe hopping around Club Aphrodite in his swimtrunks... *sigh* KT: I see it as totally possible that one of the team members had these feeliings, and had to fight them! Well done! Becky: Oh my...or, as EW would say, meep! EW: My heart goes out to Jason...poor thing...if I could just give him a hug...poor, poor Jason... OK, 'nuff of that! Now I want to know what we did to him ETA: I went back and read the new posts for last week's Bradbury, yup, now I have an idea of what we did!

EW - Reverse Psychology or Stockholme syndrome? KT - bitter sweet and beautifully writen

I knew you couldn't do more damage to him, EW. Kill him with kindness!

Ok, somebody please explain how these Bradbury's Jar things work? And I need to know what happens at Club Aphrodite!!

Originally posted by Evangelina Ok, somebody please explain how these Bradbury's Jar things work? And I need to know what happens at Club Aphrodite!!

Hehe. The Bradbury's Jar (run by Amethyst) is basically a new prompt every Sunday (inspired by Ray Bradbury's practice of pulling words from a jar if I recall correctly, Amethyst explains it in the original Bradbury's Jar post). People write little bits around that prompt, whether literally using the word/phrase, or using the concept but not so literally, etc. Sometimes the prompt is a picture, instead of words. Some nuts like me decided to do a serial that's driven by the prompts. Others do individual pieces that aren't connected. If you want, I can email you what I've posted of Club Aphrodite so far. I don't have any future pieces written, I wait for the Sunday prompts for that, though I do have ideas of where it's going. Or you can read through the prompt threads, all the pieces are in there.

Thanks, Chris! *heads off to look through other threads, hoping to find something naughty*

Originally posted by Evangelina Thanks, Chris! *heads off to look through other threads, hoping to find something naughty*

Hehe, the really naughty stuff goes into the Rubber Room.

This week's prompt is a good reminder of how we try to push the boundaries every week by being inspired by so many different prompts, so, thank you once again to Amethyst for suggesting it and all the prompt-givers for getting us going

I really enjoy coming up with the little ficlets for the prompt each week. I know others find it more of a challenge, but it's something everyone can get something out of, even if it's just enjoying what others have posted. Thanks from me too Ame!!

Thanks from me three, to Ame and the other prompting volunteers!

Becky, you're reminding me why, in my student days, I eventually decided having no roommates was worth it, even though it meant higher apartment rent! [/quote] The girls are from Totally Spies and weren't roommates. I just made them so in this AU. I had some crazy ones myself over the years, but found I didn;t like to live alone.

I know I have been one of those people who have been enjoying reading everyones prompts and not writing any. Partly because I don't seem to have the time, and when I do have the time, what I do manage to scribble down seems to be very insignificant in relation to the work I see from everyone else. But a big thank you, to all who are writing, and to Amethyst for coming up with this idea.

Originally posted by clouddancer I know I have been one of those people who have been enjoying reading everyones prompts and not writing any. Partly because I don't seem to have the time, and when I do have the time, what I do manage to scribble down seems to be very insignificant in relation to the work I see from everyone else.

I'm sure it's not insignificant. I think part of it is treating the prompts as a quick exercise for yourself. I know I try to let go of the inner fussy editor and write what I write, rather than stressing myself out over it like I often do. Some weeks I'll do better than others. That's just how it is. But ... no pressure. It's always nice to know someone's reading.

Ohhh yes .... I am reading unfortunately I am not always commenting. Which I am sure is bad form, but again I do not always have the time since I usually read just before I am heading out the door or just before I am about to run off to a class. When I get back on there is usually so much more that has gone on while I was away that I am catching up on that and then forget to make a comment. Unfortunately, my mind is like that right now ... forgetting things .... I am hoping it is a sign that I have a too much going on at the moment, and not of old age.

Originally posted by clouddancer Unfortunately, my mind is like that right now ... forgetting things .... I am hoping it is a sign that I have a too much going on at the moment, and not of old age.

As someone who will open a cabinet and then stare in it for a moment, wondering what I was looking for, I hear ya.

CD, thank you for reading. There are a few members out there that don't post, but still keep coming back, just to read what we all contribute, I'm just happy that they are enjoying the forum enough to keep coming back.... As for not commenting, I know you would if you were less busy, but RL must be given priority. sometimes though just the one comment like this can be sufficient to display your appreciation of all the work we've put into our contributions. Oh BTW, all those scribbles you believe are insignificant? They won't be, as long as the prompt inspired them, they can be posted, and there's no time limit either. If you have something for any prompt, go back to that thread and do it!!

Originally posted by clouddancer When I get back on there is usually so much more that has gone on while I was away that I am catching up on that and then forget :

That's perfectly all right,CD! But to add to what the others have said, we'd love it if you could share with us your "scribbles"!

Originally posted by Daniella T

Originally posted by clouddancer When I get back on there is usually so much more that has gone on while I was away that I am catching up on that and then forget :

That's perfectly all right,CD! But to add to what the others have said, we'd love it if you could share with us your "scribbles"!

And behold a majestical voice can be hears, echoing like "surround sound", vibrating off all the walls, halls and fixtures in Gatchamania. "Bless us, Oh magnificent one, with your wisdom of words you call "scribbles". Let us feast upon them, digest their meaning, and comment in wonder" and in hearing these words, I sit and wait...patiently...for another to join this blessed and safe place called Bradbury's Jar.

Originally posted by Daniella T

Originally posted by clouddancer When I get back on there is usually so much more that has gone on while I was away that I am catching up on that and then forget :

That's perfectly all right,CD! But to add to what the others have said, we'd love it if you could share with us your "scribbles"!

Some day I might find time to share, only I would have to go back and check each weeks prompt so I could remember where to post. Also I think I would have to remember what prompt it was that inspired me to write.

Let me take this opportunity to also thank Amethyst for starting us on this road of spontaneous creativity. Plus, don't hold back just because your piece wouldn't have the polish of a work that's had more time put into it -- these prompts are basically five-finger exercises to keep you in the habit of imagining. [The scene suddenly changes. We see a telethon stage with EW at center. She is wearing a glittery gown and holding a microphone. Surrounding her are canines of every variety.] Just look at all these happy puppies. It doesn't take much to keep them in this condition. Why, just one tiny bone from you -- your response to a Bradbury's Jar Prompt -- will ensure our own littlewolf will have bright eyes, a shiny coat, and healthy gums! Yea, verily, I will sorely pay for this, I am sure!

I can't always think of something for a prompt, but I love reading them and contributing when I can.

Grrrrrrrr! chews on wheels. I want a good pat as well.

Originally posted by littlewolf Grrrrrrrr! chews on wheels. I want a good pat as well.

Good littlewolf, good girl...

We could get her a big, juicy bone. Or a goon to chew on instead of the wheel.

Originally posted by Becky Rock We could get her a big, juicy bone. Or a goon to chew on instead of the wheel.

Yeah, but we'd have to be extra careful -- she could get stupidity poisoning from the goon!

They probably taste so bad they're not edible. 'The green ones aren't done yet' - Kevin Kline in A Fish Called Wanda.

Owww...you people think of the nicest presents! (can be bribed with new ear plugs, there's a bark fest going on at the moment (neighbours are away today and their ill tempered chiwawas keep getting in our front yard) not my most favourate of breeds)

Ooooow ...way exitment Oscar dela Wrinkles (our foster Shar Pae) had a "Meet and Greet" with a potential family who are thinking of adopting him , it took him about 20 minutes before he was comfortable with them and after that he kept going back for scratches. They will give us a call in a few days, but it's looking good. He is a totally different dog than the one we got several months ago, he has put on 5.4 kilo, is more confident and playful, ps got to laugh, he had a vet check up yesterday and he has acne spots on his chin (he has a canine version of proactive for his skin)

Yay for Wrinkles on a potential new home, and much progress! I have a friend whose cat has acne issues.

That's great news for Wrinkles. We had a Tibetan Spaniel that was allergic to rag weed. Every August she'd itch so bad she'd yank out tufts of fur on her back and haunches. She'd look like she had mange. We had to get her cortizone shots.

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Oscar dela Wrinkles! BTW, have you tried yelling "callate" (pronounced "k-eye YAH tay") at the Chihuahuas? (That's Spanish for "Shut up!") Sometimes I have a hard time figuring out what possible good can come from those bug-eyed rats, too. (Maybe squeak-toys for rabid Rottweilers?)

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Originally posted by littlewolf Grrrrrrrr! chews on wheels. I want a good pat as well.

Good littlewolf, good girl...

Good luck to Oscar della Wrinkles, LW!

Continuing the epic saga of Anderson's budding romance with Dr. Sarah Petrides...Last time we saw our heroes (Bradbury's Jar prompt "tradition"), they were getting ready to go to an ISO conference, while trying to avoid becoming uncomfortable around each other, as they slowly get to to know one another better. //It was Sarah's first trip on the monorail, and she was loving every moment of it. The hype surrounding it was actually not doing it justice: it was more exciting than all the reports and brochures she had read. True, that was where Mala had tried to kill Anderson, but there he was, across the table from her, in their cosy little compartment, enjoying the view as they sped towards the mountain retreat where the ISO security conference would take place. Or not. Not enjoying the view, that is. Anderson's head was buried in a book, a pile of papers, swaying gently with the motion of the train, in front of him. Okay, so she was also reading a book. That's what people did on trains. But reading a book on non-identified threats pertaining to the sustainability of vitalumis reserves? She put down her paperback. "Jack." He looked up. "Uh-uh?" "Any plans for tonight?" she asked, more boldly then she felt. Anderson rifled through his papers for the programme of the conference. "Um, we've got a welcoming reception at 8, then it's free time." "Jack, I know we've got free time. That's why I'm asking you if you have any plans," she said patiently. Clearly, she was moving a bit faster than Anderson in this relationship-to-be, she mused. But, if it was to be -- and Sarah found herself wanting it to be -- someone had to make a tiny baby step, when the other person was stuck with their nose in a book. The idea of doing something in his free time apparently had not occured to Anderson. Not like his idea to ask Sarah to maybe share a room with him: it had occured, but it had been discarded. Let's not push any boundaries here, he had told himself. While another little voice was telling him, "who are you kidding, chicken?" He chose not to hear this voice. "I don't know", he said evasively. "What are you doing?" Once again, he was throwing the ball right back at her. It was not the first time, thought Sarah. And not for the first time, she would not let him get away with it. "I asked first!" "Are you going to be so childish about it?" he said with a little smile. "I asked second." "Okay, mister, if that's the way you want to play it! I thought I would go to the dance classes they are offering. To brush up my skills." What skills? she thought to herself. I wouldn't know dance skills if they hit me on the head with a powerpoint projector. But she did not convey this to Anderson, only looked expectantly for his reaction. He looked back. He knew he should say something, but didn't know what. "Want to come with me? Push some of your boundaries? You know you can dance, remember, I saw you dance at the New Year's party. Now is the time to improve yourself!" He looked aghast. Yes, he had danced, in public, once. He regretted it. So did the public, probably. "Sarah, the only boundaries I will push by dancing again in front of people will be those of common decency! I should be banned!" She picked up her book, looked at it, then looked back at Anderson, who was looking, perplexed, at the pile of reports on the table. "Well now, that wouldn't be so bad, would it?" He relented. In truth, he had been wanting to relent for some time now, but those inner boundaries Sarah had mentioned were not easy to cross. Not by a man who had spent a lifetime dedicated to everything except himself. And who kept emotions so deeply hidden it would an archaeological team to find them. "Only if you accompany me on a long walk tomorrow morning before the first session!" he said, picking up his heavy tome again. Sarah spent the rest of the trip smiling and looking out of the window.//

Woo, Daniella, the're slowly making progress here, almost on the verge of going on a date! Wonder what they'll get up to on their morning walk......

Wondeful, DT. It's slowly blossoming. Anderson needs someone to push him out of his comfortable boundaries.

Love it, DT! Push Sarah, push!

Gee, DT, I've gotten a case of the happy-warm-fuzzies from the sweetly awkward progress they're making! I can't wait to see how it goes.