Comment from Karen B.

Excellent

Excellent response to the contest prompt, very well written and one many of us can relate to. Love that line about the old vices. Good luck in the voting booth. I really enjoyed reading this.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 24-Aug-2014

Thanks for reviewing.

Comment from Judy Couch

Excellent

I like this. It's funny because it applies to so many of us who can't walk past the computer without checking on something. I liked the way you counted down the hours as they passed and as you were still awake. I think it is funny because it is so familiar. It's well written and creative.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 24-Aug-2014

Think a group intervention might be called for. lol

Comment from Leineco

Excellent

LMAO! Our spokesman!
How many of us do you figure read this and said "Hey. . .get out'a my mind!" ?
I think you have captured the essence of a good 97% of the active FanStory population LOL.

Nice one :-)

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 24-Aug-2014

By the looks of the reviews, you are right. Group intervention on the horizon. lol

Comment from Sean A. Chai

Excellent

I hate to admit I'm not a certified addict. I don't stay up into the dead, dark hours after midnight checking postings or comments. I wouldn't be able to function during the day if I did that, and three small children make functioning essential.

I suggest eliminating CNN but keeping caffeine and FanStory. FanStory's just fun. Too many yummy things have caffeine to even consider it. I could give up coffee. Not even considering chocolate. Good luck on your endeavor.

Good writing. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 24-Aug-2014

Thanks for the great review.

Comment from seaglass

Excellent

I love this. It could have been written about me. Now retired, I've found myself as hooked to my computer and my grandkids or to their games.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 24-Aug-2014

Thanks for reviewing. Kind of hard to try and pry them away isn't it? when we do the same thing.

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

I think we have all worn away that path. I never go past my laptop without having at least an hours peek to see what is happening! You have written a really good story. And a great contest entry. Good luck! Sandra :)

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 24-Aug-2014

Thanks for the great review. There are tons of us put there.

Comment from Debra White

Excellent

Hi :) Thank you for entering the prompt! I really enjoyed your entry... your theme is something that I'm sure most Fanstorians will relate to - I certainly do!
I love the tone of your write - so engaging and easy.
A great entry! Good luck in the voting booth. Kindest regards, Debra :)

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2014

Thanks, Debra. From the response I've been getting think we need a group intervention.

Comment from sweetwoodjax

Excellent

this made me smile, dallas, I enjoyed reading this one as I am drawn into reading fanstory to make more member dollars instead of sleeping like I am supposed to be. I keep wracking my brain on what to write for the acrostic contest, but can't come up with anything. good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2014

Thanks. Acrostics are tough.

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

Good grief, I know the feeling, DALLAS! It has gotten so bad, this writing addiction, that I now carry around a pocket-sized spiral notebook everywhere that I go. At the Family Dollar store the other day, I saw something that gave me an idea, whipped out my notebook and pen, jotted the idea down (along with a few lines), then put it back into my pocket. The lady behind me asked if I was a reporter, or secret shopper, and I told her, "No, just an aspiring poet." "Oh..." was all she said.

Excellent little story you got here, and so very true!

Good luck in the contest!:)

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2014

I get a lot of my ideas at the gym. Keep a notebook in my glove compartment. On a few occasions have left the gym early, made a be-line for the car, afraid I would forget. God, I need to get a life.
After all of these similar responses. Think we have a little sub-group of addicts, here on fanstory. lol

reply by Dean Kuch on 23-Aug-2014

Heh-heh, yeah, I'd say you're right about that, DALLAS!:D

Comment from kiwijenny

Excellent

One of these nights................I can just hear that song.............
I love the eagles..........and I love your sucking me like a plunger to the screen...happens to me this way too
Love this
God bless

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2014

Thanks for reviewing.