
Listen up, Kiddo. You’ve got some important decisions to make. So read what this little Missy Lorna has to say.
Are you just itching to cast your ballot in the 2012 Presidential Elections NOW so you can avoid all those snarky…misleading…patriotic campaign ads and the moment by moment developments from political “experts” who are really just “news personalities” with enough moxie and make-up to get their own cable news show?

Yes, let’s discuss the latest Gallop Pole. Oh, I meant Gallup Poll. I must be distracted by that lavender tie you’re wearing. You really should think more carefully about your wardrobe and how it’s going to reflect on us as professional news anchors.
Too bad.
Like the me, you’re going to have to wait until the bitter winds of the debate analyses…October are over and the voting machines are ready to fail in November for you to vote for our next clueless…fearless leader.
To take the edge off your voting trigger finger, I’m here to make a totally self-serving…public announcement. You’re welcome!
Remember Katy’s Seven Deadly Sins Contest Series? [Say “Yes!”]
Remember that I, along with many awesome writers, submitted an entry on “Envy“? [Say “Of course! How could I forget? The haunting words still nibble at my psyche during boring work meetings, when I’m at uncomfortable family meals–and most of them are–and in some odd dreams I’d love to talk with you about in private some time soon.”]
Well, FIVE finalists have been chosen among the many entries and my entry, Behind the Mask, was one of them! [Say “No freaking way!” Oh, that was me saying that. You can say whatever you like. Again, you’re welcome.]
As in all contests, one winner must emerge. This is where your voting trigger finger comes in–you knew I would eventually get around to it, didn’t you? Simply click here and you will be whisked away to Katy’s blog where you can read each of the five swankalicious, badonkadonk 600-word Envy essays.

Trust me Katy’s contest isn’t rigged. Little known behind the scenes fact: each woman aspires to be a writer and strives to create world peace through a well-thought-out three-point plan: exposing cleavage, tanning, and impossibly narrow waists/hip/boob ratios. It’s a long shot, and been tried before, but this might the year.
Looks like you can vote once a day until Tuesday, June 12. If that isn’t democracy for you, I don’t know what is. (Okay, so I don’t know what democracy is, so take away my right to bear arms–just don’t take away my right arm. I’ve grown quite attached to it even though as a Buddhist I know I’m supposed to let go of my attachments. Am I rambling?)
To summarize:
You have to wait until November to vote for only two, maybe three, guys for the President of the US and endure endless commercials and analysis. Plus, you kind of have to be American, which is typical of us Americans, isn’t it?
You can vote right now and as many times as you like for whoever you like, and this is the only promotion you’ll get from me. Any analysis is strictly up to you. And this contest is open to everyone. Such a deal!






Jun 13, 2012 @ 12:15:33
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Jun 13, 2012 @ 12:12:29
You are most certainly welcome!
Jun 13, 2012 @ 11:10:22
Hey Lorna, I just wanted to Thank You for all your Support with “The Dark Globe”… It’s been Great involving you with the Contests, and Thank You also for Following The Dark Globe
DarkJade-
Jun 12, 2012 @ 16:43:28
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Jun 12, 2012 @ 15:30:52
I can’t wait to write the inscription. I promise, it will be memorable (after all, it’s a memoir)! 😉
Jun 12, 2012 @ 10:32:50
well – take as much time as you need to do your book. i need to add another signed-by-author-book to my collection. happy writing ….
Jun 12, 2012 @ 08:43:48
I have a feeling that my family and friends have too much time on their hands, Peg. Your piece is great!
Jun 12, 2012 @ 08:42:28
Your piece was wonderful. Keep at it. Your “sin” may be the next one! And thanks for rebloging the contest. I’m sure Katy appreciates it. I find it fun to write in this very different voice.
I’m not really “back” like I was before. Since I started this series before I bowed out to work on my book, I decided to finish it. Since I saw the caliber of first-round finalists, I figured I would just continue submitting for the fun of the series. I really didn’t think I would make it to the finalists in this round.
Jun 11, 2012 @ 13:30:33
YAY – is that Lorna in that Gravatr????
I hope you’re back. I reblogged the finalists. Hopefully, my followers will go by and vote. It’s like watching the Kentucky Derby. There are all these thoroughbred of writing mastery in a head to head race. My heat races each time I go to re-vote. I’m so excited for all of them but especially you. MMMMmmm … does that sound biased? I’m trying to be inparcial. Anyway, thanks for directly me to the contest. I was overjoyed that I partciapted but to find out I was in a four way tie for 6th was exhilerating.
Good Luck – dear friend …. Very happy that you are back.
Toodles,
Izzy
Jun 11, 2012 @ 09:18:11
No fair doing such a great job on that entry! I’m resigned to coming in last, but can totally understand this time around.
Jun 09, 2012 @ 15:42:58
That is very high praise coming from you. Thanks so much. This is one tough field of competitors. We’re all winners in my book! 🙂
Jun 09, 2012 @ 15:41:39
Thanks, Casey. Hopefully my family will get on their computers and decide they like my essay best! 😉
Jun 09, 2012 @ 13:45:48
I voted but you need more votes! Good luck.
Jun 09, 2012 @ 07:35:50
Congrats, Lorna! Don’t tell anyone this, but yours was my absolute favorite, my top pick. They were all such good entries too.
Jun 09, 2012 @ 07:32:20
Whoo Who! Democracy at its best! Go for it, Diana!
Jun 09, 2012 @ 07:30:42
I wish I was this funny in person–maybe I could moonlight as a stand-up comic! Glad you enjoyed this post. I’m working hard on the book. I’m about half way through a really solid first draft. It won’t be long, Simone… 🙂
Jun 08, 2012 @ 22:40:43
I actually get to for for someone I’d like to see win as opposed to voting against someone I’d like to see lose? How cool is that? Congratulations Lorna!
Jun 08, 2012 @ 16:38:24
Oh, you are nuts. All at the prairie library are thinking I am since I was laughing heartily while reading your post there. Shh, shh, I know! I wish you’d go back to posting every day!
Jun 08, 2012 @ 16:22:39
Thanks, Elyse. I know exactly how tough the competition is! 😉
Jun 08, 2012 @ 16:09:15
Congrats, Lorna!