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The Mill wheel wouldn't turn until the Spring The yellow tape defines it a crime scene Similar to one in 1930 Locals watch police investigating The 1840 gristmill's history Involves the town's most famous mystery A man charged with fraud and duplicity Dodged first degree murder complicity Whispers ran through the town from door to door A dead body, missing cash... furthermore Under the waterfall... just like before Talk of murder weapon left on the floor A deep freeze had the town on hold for weeks No official info... except for leaks By and by the case was about to peak Ice melts, revealing secrets - the wheel creaks Tips led to stolen cash confiscation Perps confessed on cross examination Funds came through for the Mill's renovation Waterfall Weddings... book reservation Submitted July 5, 2018 One, Nine, Sixteen V3.0 Contest by Viv Wigley Seventh Place

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Elaine George

Date: 7/28/2018 7:59:00 AM

I would have placed this much higher, Susan. Great story telling. many congrats. Elaine

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/28/2018 2:24:00 PM

Thank you, Elaine! :)

Haley Fisher

Date: 7/24/2018 10:40:00 PM

Congratulations! A fav! Such a creative poem on the theme.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/25/2018 3:00:00 AM

Thank you, Haley! I appreciate that.

Subimal Sinha-Roy

Date: 7/24/2018 2:23:00 AM

Congratulations, Susan on your win.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/24/2018 3:58:00 AM

Thank you!

Viv Wigley

Date: 7/24/2018 1:32:00 AM

Thanks for entering my contest, Susan, and congrats! Enjoyed. Viv x

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/24/2018 3:57:00 AM

Thank you, Viv! I am honored to be on the winners list. Thank you for sponsoring the contest. It was fun and challenging.

Reason A. Poteet

Date: 7/16/2018 11:24:00 AM

Wild and appealing story, Susan. Very interesting read and the tag line completes the task. I enjoyed it tremendously.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/16/2018 5:41:00 PM

Thanks so much! :)

Paul Callus

Date: 7/8/2018 2:53:00 AM

You poetic narrative has been a delight to read, Susan. A gristmill's history which has two sides to it... chilly and warm! Regards // paul

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/8/2018 8:32:00 PM

Thanks, Paul.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/5/2018 3:19:00 PM

Oh you did a GREAT job with your storytelling and use of the given lines. These are SO challenging. I applaud you for this!!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/6/2018 2:00:00 AM

Thanks so much, Andrea! Means a lot. :)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 7/5/2018 1:52:00 PM

this is suspense which gave me goosebumps, susan... much enjoyed!... huggs

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/6/2018 1:59:00 AM

Thanks, nette. Glad you enjoyed.

Lyric Man

Date: 7/5/2018 6:27:00 AM

Susan, really nice write! I like to be SCARED!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/6/2018 1:59:00 AM

Aww, thank you though!

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 7/5/2018 5:48:00 AM

Spooky stories but so captivating that didn't even breath dear, Susan! Excellent writing! Good luck!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/6/2018 1:58:00 AM

Thanks so much!

Maria Williams

Date: 7/5/2018 4:22:00 AM

A gripping tale Susan, you had me from beginning to end. If this is for a contest then let me wish you Good Luck....Maria Hugs

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/6/2018 1:58:00 AM

Why thank you, Maria. Appreciate you reading and commenting.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/5/2018 2:36:00 AM

Grist mills are to be avoided lol, but then they provide a lovely backdrop for wedding photos. Good luck Susan. Tom

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/6/2018 1:57:00 AM

lol yes, especially the famous ones. Thank you.

Jan Allison

Date: 7/5/2018 1:37:00 AM

you are a wonderful story teller Susan I particularly love the ending of the tale, I went with murder too but at least yours had a happy ending!:-) hugs Jan xx

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/6/2018 1:56:00 AM

Thanks so much! Very nice comment. You are an angel!