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So today I had this idea... It comes from something the surrealists used to do together. They'd gather a gang of people together and play surrealist games that included writing and artistic exercises, all collaborative and all very random. They came up with all kinds of crazy/funny/dreamlike pieces. I thought it might be fun to try a Lois & Clark one here. So this is the deal--I'd like to facilitate a Surrealist Challenge here. For those that want to participate, this is how it will go: * Comment here that you're "in" * I will e-mail you two lines of dialogue. Here's an example: Your story starts with: "What are you talking about, Lois? That's crazy!" Clark exclaimed. Your story ends with: "Clark, what happened to your umbrella?" Lois asked hurriedly. * For the sake of this exercise, the only 2 characters will be Lois and Clark. * You will write what's "in between" the 2 lines of dialogue I've given you. I'd say a good length would be 1-2 pages (or even less; could be just a few paragraphs). Your part is NOT going to be a complete story. Far from it. But, what you should do as a writer is establish a bit of a scenario and an environment (Where they are, what they're doing). * You must begin and end with the given lines of dialogue. Don't write further after your "end" line. Yes, I realize your story will not be finished! * You will then email your part to me. * I will assemble the parts together of everyone who participates. They will become one, big (probably hilarious) crazy story! --Why?-- You ask? * Because YOUR last line is somebody else's FIRST line! * So, we'll have several different premises, and the only link will be the transitions in the dialogue! I think it will be fun! Who's in? And... do you need more explanation? Does this make sense?? --Wanda 
"He's a man. I'm a woman. Do you want me to draw you a diagram?" -Lois Lane, I've Got a Crush on You.
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Oooh, a page! I can do that! I think it makes sense. Let's say you end on the umbrella line, and that's my starting line...my piece won't follow yours content-wise...? We'll just be writing at the same time, and when we put our pieces together, it'll be a craze-fest? JD
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YES! Exactly!!! And remember that everyone will take it into different contexts. so, yes, craze-fest 2004! I take it you're interested? I'm sending you some quotes. There is no limit as to how many people I can add onto this thing!
Any other takers?
--WD
"He's a man. I'm a woman. Do you want me to draw you a diagram?" -Lois Lane, I've Got a Crush on You.
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Ooh! Me! I wanna give it a shot. 
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*picks up hand* Julie
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Oh, heck! I really shouldn't give myself someting else to do, but hey, if I only have to write a page...or a couple paragraphs...I'm in! This sounds like a lot of fun, Wanda! Sara EDIT: My new email is skfolc@gmail.com
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I'm in. I shouldn't be at this time of the year, but I can't resist.  One question: do the authors know anything at all about the story as a whole -- particularly the time it takes place, and all the ramifications thereof (does Lois know, are L&C married, etc.) -- or will we just have to accept changes that way along with everything else? Now why do I suddenly remember the surrealist light-bulb joke...? :rolleyes: Phil, cranking up his free-association neurons...
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I wanna play too, Wanda!! 
What we've got here is failure to communicate...
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Me too! CC
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Okay, count me in. LabRat ![[Linked Image]](http://www.sg1archive.com/forums/html/emoticons/scotland.gif) (ignoring the little voice now screaming "OMG - what are you doing?" inside her head )
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Oh! That sounds like the games I play with my friends. <g> It always guarentees a hilarious time, so count me in!
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I'm a fan of the surrealist movement so count me in. sounds fun, and I really could use some fun these days. "This is not a reply post" Carole PS: can you wait 'til sept 13th? I have an even busier schedule in september. If yes count me in. if no, I'll have fun reading the result 
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Sounds like fun! I'll do it, too.
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Oh, heck. I need a new challenge to get me going again. I'm in.
Does anyone have a fish?
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p.s. Any idea how many total parts there will be? Or does that just depend on the number of volunteers?
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It's always such an embarrassment. Having to do away with someone. It's like announcing to the world that you lack the savvy and the finesse to deal with the problem more creatively. I mean, there have been times, naturally, when I've had to have people eliminated, but it's always saddened me. I've always felt like I've let myself down somehow.
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Excellent plan! Count me in! Mere
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A page or two? Or even a couple paragraphs?
I'm in!
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Phil,
No, there is no time frame; I think that will definitely add to the random-ness. What's your email address? I'll send you quotes right away!
--Wanda
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And... Paul... It depends on how many volunteers! Ill make it as long as there are participants. :-)
--Wanda
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  Thoughts anyone? Sara (who can't wait to get started on her part!  )
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