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"Objection!" cried Marvin.

The judge frowned. " All I did was read your name... are you really a lawyer?"

"No... But I beat Phoenix Wright. TWICE."

Reflecting on his life thus far, John had no regrets.

Then, he realized he was out of bullets.

Alright, make that one regret.

After four decades, Granpa still could take a punch and come back swinging.

That's why I shot 'im.

Word A Day Entry

Today's Word Count: 16

"Bloody hell! You're supposed to burn the HOUSES and ravish the WOMEN!" shouted Skullpulper, pondering retirement.

Word A Day Entry

Today's Word Count: 14

Upon further reflection, no, I never did see that explosion coming.

I should've ducked.

Oops.

(Edit: This was supposedly posted yesterday; reposted via LJ's post from saved draft feature).

Word A Day Entry

Today's Word Count: 12

Faye put out her cigarette.

"Coffee?" she asked.

"After dinner," he replied.

Word A Day Entry

Today's Word Count: 10

Jane smiled. She finally taught the toaster to feel love.

Word a Day

Today's Word Count: 8

Jon realized he had nothing.

Then, he died.

That's the tentative title for this idea, anyhow.

INspired by this recent WIRED article, I will follw this example, with a twist:

I will start with six words. Each weekday, I will add one to my allowable word count. I will stop either at 1,500 words, or until my brain gives out.

I will endeavor to to one a day, each day, Mon-Fri.

So, today's first story:
Word A Day Story

Today's Word Count: 6

"Look! Above the White House! Dragons!"