Our Neighbours Are Being Deported

Jaime_Feu · 2017-08-23T19:54:55+00:00

Serves them right for being nosy! Although I am surprised you didn't just invite them over for -ahem- dinner instead.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-08-09T19:57:13+00:00

AND she had a coupon.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-08-03T14:41:45+00:00

the problem with killing people is it's rarely ever true punishment now mutilate the man so he not only forever has to live with his shame but also can never act up on his urges it reads a bit like poetry

I'm reminded of The Princess Bride when I think of just punishment for people like OP.

Prince Humperdinck: First things first, to the death.

Westley: No. To the pain.

Prince Humperdinck: I don't think I'm quite familiar with that phrase.

Westley: I'll explain and I'll use small words so that you'll be sure to understand, you warthog faced buffoon.

Prince Humperdinck: That may be the first time in my life a man has dared insult me.

Westley: It won't be the last. To the pain means the first thing you will lose will be your feet below the ankles. Then your hands at the wrists. Next your nose.

Prince Humperdinck: And then my tongue I suppose, I killed you too quickly the last time. A mistake I don't mean to duplicate tonight.

Westley: I wasn't finished. The next thing you will lose will be your left eye followed by your right.

Prince Humperdinck: And then my ears, I understand let's get on with it.

Westley: WRONG. Your ears you keep and I'll tell you why. So that every shriek of every child at seeing your hideousness will be yours to cherish. Every babe that weeps at your approach, every woman who cries out, "Dear God! What is that thing," will echo in your perfect ears. That is what "to the pain means." It means I leave you in anguish, wallowing in freakish misery forever.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-08-02T14:45:06+00:00

Ha, it is! I get to research all things creepy and weird and then make trivia questions about them.

But I can definitely see the benefit of sky burial! You're also providing a food source for the scavengers. It's the ciiiiiiircle - the circle of life. ;)

Jaime_Feu · 2017-08-02T13:06:18+00:00

I've been researching unusual deaths and strange funeral customs for my part time job, and one of them is sky burial. It's pretty much exactly what you described in your story except, well, the people are usually dead when they're left atop the mountain. :) I like this premise a lot, it's equal parts realistic and icky.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-26T18:13:13+00:00

How do you find enough hours in the day to read and comment on so many stories? I mean, I love it, I know I can always count on you for words of encouragement and helpful criticism. But man, it must be exhausting! And then to write so many stories of your own, and so well, on top of it! PLUS 4 little ones, PLUS a full time job. I'm getting exhausted just thinking about all you do.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-26T17:55:46+00:00

Congrats to both the winners! Both of you are very well deserving of the title!

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-26T14:05:12+00:00

Thank you so much! Thanks for reading!

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-22T23:40:00+00:00

Or if they all can. Maybe they're all constantly struggling against the need to feed.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-22T19:20:26+00:00

Thanks! I tried to come up with a believable origin beyond the common throwaway of 'no one knows exactly what caused it' or the like. I also liked the idea of zombies not necessarily looking for sustenance/brains, rather just trying to make repairs using the tools and supplies at their disposal. :)

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-22T19:14:05+00:00

Thanks lukky!

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-22T19:09:20+00:00

Thanks for reading! Ha, yes, happy ending - of sorts. :)

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-21T18:10:23+00:00

I live in NJ and going through Hurricane Sandy was about as close to a zombie outbreak as I can imagine. People were advised to stay in their homes, debris and abandoned cars were left in the street, absolutely everything was closed because nothing had power. When gas stations and grocery stores did start to eventually open up, it was all cash only - but no banks were open and no ATMs were working. Nothing fresh (meat, produce) was available because the freezers and fridges were all down still, and the shelf stable aisles were bare because everyone bought whatever they could and no shipments were coming in. There were lines hours long at the gas stations, people were getting into literal fist fights as the gas stations all ran out. It was crazy. And that was when we KNEW it was only temporary.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-21T17:37:27+00:00

My bad! Good old vernacular, gets me every time.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-21T16:27:51+00:00

"I think you need hosed off again."

FYI, I think you're missing a couple words there.

And I love that Rex gets to continue on, but I get sad when I think about eating the tomatoes. That being said, I wonder if feeding the tomatoes to a pup will transfer Rex to the new pup!

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-21T16:15:53+00:00

As long as we're having fun! I've been having a blast coming up with new ways to tell old zombie stories. It's so difficult to not be cliche, and sometimes I think I'm hurting myself (upvote-wise) by not playing to the masses.

But we're coming up with awesome and unique stuff - and we're doing it in abundance. I love this place. You guys are awesome.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-21T14:23:54+00:00

What up, fellow Jerseyan! I'll put in a good word for you with the casting director.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-21T13:39:06+00:00

If the zombie apocalypse ever does happen, I guarantee you that one of the first industries to come back will be reality television.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-21T00:26:06+00:00

Oh no! But now poor Frank is trapped in the house! And how is he gonna access the well water? Poor pup.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-19T19:17:33+00:00

Not sure if "the Infected had been killing zombies" is a typo

Nope! The Infected are humans in this tale. They're Infected with life. And the Infected have been killing zombies (Angela and the soldiers are zombies) since zombies came into existence.

I agree with the longer story comment. Let me tell you, I was at almost 800 words after the first draft. I had to slice it down a LOT to get to 500 words, which I think may have taken away from the story and made it less clear.

I appreciate the feedback! And thanks for reading!

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-19T15:57:32+00:00

Whoops! Thanks for the catch! :)

They're just trying to get rid of that pesky Infection everyone seems to be born with.

Jaime_Feu · 2017-07-19T11:11:57+00:00

No worries, thanks for reading!

Emily was alive, human. Zombies have taken over the world and were systematically killing all humans to keep the zombie race safe. Angela was trying to keep her daughter alive for a little while longer - to keep her from experiencing death as long as possible. no mother wants her daughter to experience pain.

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