Twists and Turns
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By luigi_pagano
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It was a turn-up for the books.
Contrary to what worms are expected to do when trodden on, Will had decided that he would not retaliate.
"You can turn if you want to, this worm is not for turning!", he declared.
His cousin Hugh, who was a bookworm, remembered having read that a similar phrase had been used in the past and that it had proved to be a turning point in somebody's life.
He turned to Will and, brusquely, told him to reconsider.
"You are spineless and have no backbone. Your parents would turn in their graves if they knew what you are thinking of doing or rather not doing.
Think of the reason why you are a flatworm. Hundred of people have walked over you without turning a hair."
"Sorry", Will replied, "I have made my choice and there's no turning back."
Hugh looked at his obstinate cousin, realised he could not turn the tables and turned away in disgust
© Luigi Pagano 2023
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A story that undulates under
A story that undulates under the earth with a stellar cast of worms. I can imagine you reading this at the next ABCtales event, Luigi. Adroitly done, as always. Keep well. Paul
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Smiled all the way through.
Smiled all the way through. Thanks for posting.
Lindy
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I think you've done a similar
I think you've done a similar 'turn' on words before Luigi. As Paul says, adroitly done, and a nice change.
Rhiannon
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i wasn't being critical,
i wasn't being critical, giving you praise that you do such takes with twists and turns so well and entertainingly! Rh
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Your writing is in its self
Your writing is in its self an inspiration. Loved it as usual.
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Well done Luigi - I'd love to
Well done Luigi - I'd love to hear this one read aloud too!
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Turn-up for the books?
A turn-up for the books? Such a rebellious liberal little worm. I like the idea of a bookworm and all the concern and shame. Clever!
“The cut worm forgives the plow” – Blake
Keep well Luigi! Tom Brown
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