Skinny Minnie

Minnie, a tall, skinny girl chose to give track a whirl she ran so fast but finished last gangly legs failed to unfurl

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Joanna Daniel

Date: 6/8/2021 4:08:00 AM

Sad she couldn't win, but can't blame her, well written, Linda:)

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/16/2021 9:24:00 AM

Poor Minnie. But the important thing is to take part.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 3/24/2021 3:45:00 PM

How cute, Linda! My skinny niece Annette was a track star and it earned her a scholarship. She's six feet tall! But I can see how long legs could "fail to unfurl." Well done. Best wishes, carolyn

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 3/24/2021 4:46:00 PM

Thanks Carolyn. I appreciate your words. Your niece sounds like one of the talented, smart beauties :) Linda

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/24/2021 8:21:00 AM

Poor Minnie lol, at least she tried. Hope you're well Linda. Tom

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 3/24/2021 11:44:00 AM

Thank you Tom. Yes, well, and busy. :) Always a good sign. I trust your day is pleasant. Linda