Sue Vincent is one of those special bloggers that inspires people all over the world. Readers have long been galvanized by her posts about mythology, about ancient ruins and medieval churches, and her daily #midnighthaiku. Even more have participated in and grown as a result of her #writephoto prompts. In addition to posting her prompts, Sue has tirelessly supported other bloggers by sharing others’ responses to her 19,000 and counting followers.
Recently, Sue has been faced with a new and difficult challenge: lung cancer. You can follow her blog to find out more directly from her. The Covid pandemic has served not only to pose a specific threat to a person with a severe respiratory illness, but it has caused loss of human connection through self-imposed quarantine.
Now it’s time for Sue to receive something back from the community she’s been a cornerstone of for a decade. Let’s bring the Rodeo into Sue’s house through her computer, and let’s come together with hearts full of joy. Join us for the Sue Vincent Rodeo Classic at the Carrot Ranch – a contest, parade, and celebration all in one!
There are many ways to participate. One is to visit the prompt image, “Hidden”, at the Carrot Ranch. The prompt image and entry form will go live on Monday, February 1st, 2021. Enter a flash or a poem by Friday, February 19th, 2021, and you could win either $100 or a copy of one of Sue’s books. The form will allow you to give a small donation for Sue and her family, and a link can be found on the contest page. The winning entries will be announced at the Carrot Ranch on March 22nd, 2021.
If you’re not ready to rodeo, there’s always the “Parade”. Reblog one of Sue’s posts from any of her sites (Daily Echo or France and Vincent) with a comment about why you found it special. Follow her blogs. Read one of her books, then leave reviews where you can. Several people are already gearing up for the parade – so feel free to check out other people’s blogs for suggestions.
Also, go ahead and reblog, tweet, Facebook, or somehow otherwise share the contest! 99 word literary art is a fantastic way to celebrate a blogging hero and very deserving person.
Saddle up, everyone! It’s time for a Carrot Ranch Rodeo like none ever held before. The Sue Vincent Rodeo Classic begins on Monday, February 1st, and it’ll be a TUFF prompt to fit within 99 words.
I hope to see you at the Ranch, buckaroos!
Wonderful!!
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Thanks for sharing, Norah. Sue is a precious gem online and IRL. ❤
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Seems that way, Sarah. 🙂
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SMAG at work, Norah! ❤
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Indeed it is, Charli. 🌻
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Sue is special; a gifted writer, and an inspiration to many as she describes her battles with cancer…
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She is, Jim.
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👍
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This is such a great idea! I’m so happy to be part of it.
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As am I, Darlene. 🙂
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Sorry to hear Sue is having her dance with CA, sadly so many of us will! I responded to many of her prompts in my early days here so will go back and reblog something for sure!
Thanks for keeping us posted
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That’s so lovely of you, Kate.
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least I can do, she is such a friendly lady!
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She is.
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Great to see this post, Norah. I shall come out of my 99-word prompt slump to participate in this one.
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That’s wonderful, Robbie. I dont’ think you’ve been in much of a slump though. You’ve been pretty productive in other ways. We can’t do everything!
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Yes, that unfortunately is the problem. I’m just not getting around to many prompt challenges at the moment. I hope to do a few after I get over the hump of my new book release.
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A new book release is exciting though. Congratulations!
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Let’s hope it goes big, eh?
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Indeed!
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Sounds pretty exciting!
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I thought so too. 🙂
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Thank you, Norah. What they are doing at the Carrot Ranch has touched me deeply, with so many people coming together.
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You are welcome, Sue. Your presence is valued in the blogging community. It is a pleasure to be involved in this project that gives a little back to you who gives so much. I wish you the best.
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Thank you, Norah.
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You are welcome, Sue.
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🙂
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