I’ve known Sue for the best part of six years, throughout my time of blogging. I’ve met her, too, at the Bloggers Bash (when I admit to a certain disappointment the red hair – see above image – wasn’t present and correct, but otherwise she was exactly who you’d assume from reading her blog). Sue is extraordinarily prolific and which generate amazing high quality content, she also finds the time to support and promote bloggers and writers like me. One of her many promotions has been her weekly #writephoto prompt which has enabled me to create a whole eclectic range of wacky and wild stories. And then she’s promoted them too.
But now Sue needs us. Tough Yorkshire lass that she is, she might baulk at that, but I don’t really care because she deserves our support.
Recently, Sue has been faced with a new and difficult challenge: lung cancer. You can follow her blog to find out more directly from her. The Covid pandemic has served not only to pose a specific threat to a person with a severe respiratory illness, but it has caused loss of human connection through self-imposed quarantine and made her role as carer to her son, who was the victim of an appalling attack, impossible.
Now it’s time for Sue to receive something back from the community she’s been a cornerstone of for a decade. Let’s bring the Rodeo into Sue’s house through her computer, and let’s come together with hearts full of joy. Join us for the Sue Vincent Rodeo Classic at the Carrot Ranch – a contest, parade, and celebration all in one!
There are many ways to participate. One is to visit the prompt image, “Hidden”, at the Carrot Ranch. The prompt image and entry form will go live on Monday, February 1st, 2021. Enter a flash or a poem by Friday, February 19th, 2021, and you could win either $100 or a copy of one of Sue’s books. The form will allow you to give a small donation for Sue and her family, and a link can be found on the contest page. The winning entries will be announced at the Carrot Ranch on March 22nd, 2021.
If you’re not ready to rodeo, there’s always the “Parade”. Reblog one of Sue’s posts from any of her sites (Daily Echo or France and Vincent) with a comment about why you found it special. Follow her blogs. Read one of her books, then leave reviews where you can. Several people are already gearing up for the parade – so feel free to check out other people’s blogs for suggestions.
Also, go ahead and reblog, tweet, Facebook, or somehow otherwise share the contest! 99 word literary art is a fantastic way to celebrate a blogging hero and very deserving person.
Saddle up, everyone! It’s time for a Carrot Ranch Rodeo like none ever held before. The Sue Vincent Rodeo Classic begins on Monday, February 1st, and it’ll be a TUFF (The Ultimate Flash Fiction) prompt to fit within 99 words.
Here are some links to find Sue
inks: Here’s some links you can use if you want to write your own post.
- https://scvincent.com/
- https://scvincent.com/2021/01/06/the-inconvenient-walking-dead-covid-cancer-carers-lockdown/ (this is the most recent post on the Echo about Sue’s recent adventures)
- https://franceandvincent.com/
- https://franceandvincent.com/books/
- https://carrotranch.com/
- https://twitter.com/SCVincent
- https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6551588.Sue_Vincent
Sue is a leading light to many of us and this is a wonderful way to let her know we love her. 💜
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I can’t really describe how beneficial her blog has been to my stories and poetry
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I know we will all (and there will be many) be there with bells on to honour Sue Vincent and show our love and support… we just wish we could do more to help her…
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So true
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Thank you, Geoff. , I think the red hair was there that first Bash, when your beard sported its own colours 🙂 though, at present, I’d be glad of any hair 🙂
What you are all doing has really moved me, I have to say. Sometimes I just can’t find the right words…
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Nah, you always find the words!! And keep finding them.
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I’ll try 🙂
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What a wonderful idea!
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It is, isn’t it. Not mine, wish it had been but delighted to push it out there
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Well done, Geoff. 😊
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She’s so worth it
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Great post, Geoff. I can jut hear Mother Nature’s voice saying that. I’m so sorry Sue has to go through this especially now during the COVID pandemic. Thanks for doing this.
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She’s been such a positive influence on my writing poetry and blogging . It’s a small thing.
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I’m glad, Geoff. Your post was very touching and moved me, and I hope many, to action. BTW, off topic, but you are coming up very soon as my next Story Chat guest author. I’m very excited about it. I have it scheduled for February 9th.
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The 9th!? Right ho. I’ll gird my loins and anything else thar comes to hand!!
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LOL! You are so funny, Geoff!
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Stop it. My ears are overheating
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I see steam! Oh dear! 🙂
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Reblogged this on Marsha Ingrao – Always Write and commented:
You are going to hear much more about this Carrot Ranch Rodeo in the coming weeks. If you know Sue Vincent, you need to read on. If you know Geoff LePard, you need to read on to get to know him early. He is our next Story Chat guest.
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I read about this via Robbie and Miriam this morning, Geoff. Leaves you lost for words… I’ve never rodeod but now could be a good time. Thanks for sharing 🙂 🙂
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Give it a go. You’d be surprised at yourself
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I might, darlin 🙂 🙂
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A great post. We will all do whatever we can for our dear Sue.
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Quite. She’s a phenomenon
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I know so many people who are having such a rough time these days … I haven’t had much luck writing for quite some time but I did do some retweeting. Such good wishes.
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Thanks Jan!
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Thanks Geoff for reminding me of Sue’s blog and will go over and revisit. It was also a very thoughtful idea/post.
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PS I have been following Sue via her very entertaining blog about a dog. https://thesmalldogs.blog/
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It’s great isn’t it. A great platform for her poetry
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It is and I really enjoy reading about Ani.
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Well done, Geoff. Sue is well deserving of our support and outreach. She was one of my first bloggers, back in 2014. God bless that strong woman with the biggest soul.
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Hear hear!
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This is a great way to recognise Sue’s contribution, not only to the blogging world, but to the world. Good one, Geoff.
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Thanks Norah
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Marsha, what a good friend you are. I truly am in awe of you. You are following your heart as how to make a difference to which I applaud you for. I do the very same in my life, most of which no one knows about but that’s OK because I know I am making a difference. Its’ not about recognition or fame. It’s about love and decency and doing what is right and good. God bless you!!! And God bless Sue. Miracles do happen!!
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I’ve been a follower of Sue’s for a number of years. She is a profound and prolific writer, a speaker of truth, and we’ve become friends. She has done so many generous things for us, it is past time for us to help her. Thanks for getting this started, Geoff.
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She’s a blogging marvel.
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