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Sep 11, 2022Keith's Ramblings

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“I’m bored with this game Henry,” said Queen Matilda. “It’s time we stopped bickering with our abominable neighbours and took them on in battle once and for all”.

“I agree dearest”, said the King, “it needs to be resolved”.

Hours later he met with his senior Knights.

“Your Majesty,” said Sir Thomas “I understand the Rooks have flown our foe’s palace, a sign of certain calamity so it is expedient we throw down the gauntlet without delay”.

Days later Henry’s army stood atop a hill facing the enemy across the valley. The Bishop sat upon his steed before the heavily armoured Pawns and made the sign of the cross.

“For God, King and country, go forward” commanded Sir Thomas.

His opening gambit paid off and soon the battle was over. Henry was victorious. He turned to his battle-weary soldiers.

“Checkmate” he yelled.

Thanks to Carrie for hosting.

beth Sep 11, 2022 / 11:58

love it!

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 11, 2022 / 14:44
  
  I’m pleased, thanks Beth.
  
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Suzette Benjamin Sep 11, 2022 / 11:58

Well done, The King was no pawn. Also loved your excellent reading of your story, Keith.

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 11, 2022 / 14:48
  
  Absolutely not! Thanks so much, Suzette
  
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  - Suzette Benjamin Sep 11, 2022 / 14:53
    
    My pleasure, Keith. 😊
    
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Sadje Sep 11, 2022 / 12:43

Love it Keith, the ending was superb

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 11, 2022 / 14:57
  
  Thank you so much, Sadje.
  
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  - Sadje Sep 11, 2022 / 15:19
    
    You’re most welcome
    
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wyndolynne Sep 11, 2022 / 13:52

This just brought a smile to my face. 🙂

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 11, 2022 / 15:00
  
  I hoped it might, thanks so much!
  
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Christine Goodnough Sep 11, 2022 / 14:12

Fitting story for the prompt. Amazing graphics!

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 11, 2022 / 15:01
  
  Thanks, Christine, creating the graphic was more fun than writing the story!
  
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  - Christine Goodnough Sep 11, 2022 / 15:16
    
    I believe it. 🙂
    
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Helen Sep 11, 2022 / 17:10

This is delicious, Keith.

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 11, 2022 / 17:15
  
  So kind of you to say so Helen, thank you.
  
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messymimi's meanderings Sep 12, 2022 / 00:52

That’s a glorious description of chess, a game i have never been good with but admire greatly.

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 12, 2022 / 09:56
  
  Seems we sing off the same page where chess is concerned!
  
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Rosemary Nissen-Wade Sep 12, 2022 / 02:55

Oh, very nicely imagined!

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 12, 2022 / 09:57
  
  Thanks so much, Rosemary.
  
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Carrie V. H. Sep 12, 2022 / 05:04

You brought the chess board to life in your tale Keith! It is always a delight to read your stories!

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- Keith's Ramblings Sep 12, 2022 / 10:05
  
  Thanks so much for your kind words Carrie, they mean a lot to me.
  
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susanrouchard Sep 12, 2022 / 13:49

Beautifully written. Your chess graphics is dauntingly well rendered.

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michnavs Sep 12, 2022 / 16:51

I love your reading and your story itself..

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msjadeli Sep 12, 2022 / 17:48

Bravo, Keith. Perfect as literal or metaphorical. Your reading brings the story to life.

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Susie Clevenger Sep 12, 2022 / 21:58

Love it! Love it! Your reading of it was a delightful cherry on the top!

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purplepeninportland Sep 15, 2022 / 01:27

Excellent and clever poem, Keith!

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