Dearest Bob and all readers,

I will appologize beforehand for my stance, but I will not vote in the story contest. My reason is as simple or as complicated as the stories themselves. I personally think EVERY entry is already a winner. Each writer has put forth a stupendous effort, and I can NOT belittle any one of them by trying to choose among them.

I realize Bob, that you didn't have any negative thoughts in mind in creating the contest. I believe your motive was to generate some new stories both from established writers and new authors. ------- You succeeded. -- IN SPADES!!!!

Thank you Bob and ALL the entrants for all your hard work.