this week's writing prompt: #DayOff

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Ferris Bueller’s Off Day

Things aren’t going so smoothly for Ferris Bueller this time around. Sure, he’s skipping school, but where are all those roses?

Erin Vail

February 19, 2019

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The Prompt NFL Power Rankings: 2018 Year in Review

Patrick Mahomes and Drew Brees had big stats but came up empty-handed, while Brady and the Pats came up with a 6th ring. Your review of the 2018 NFL season.

Mike Stiriti

February 19, 2019

Sports

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My Classy Valentine

What could possibly be more romantic than vomit and mortgages? Last year’s Valentine’s Day was so memorable, Cece decided to spend this year alone.

Cecelia Halpert

February 18, 2019

Lifestyle

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{Lovefest}: The Art of Being Your Own Shortie

They say, “You can’t love someone until you love yourself first.” But self-love is complicated. So what if we change how we look at it?

Jessica Lulka

February 15, 2019

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Accepting Submissions: {Day Off} Prompt

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Ferris Bueller’s Off Day

Things aren’t going so smoothly for Ferris Bueller this time around. Sure, he’s skipping school, but where are all those roses?

Erin Vail

February 19, 2019

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Accepting Submissions: {Day Off} Prompt

What should you do on your DAY OFF? I don’t know. Maybe write us a little something. Send us 400-700 words, and we’ll print our favorites.

The Prompt Staff

February 11, 2019

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Never a {Day Off}

Maureen has been taking care of her grandma, whose memory is fading fast. It’s a daunting responsibility, and you never get a day off.

Jessica Dunton Fidalgo

February 18, 2019

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Dr. Manners Explains It All: {Day Off} Edition

Dr. Manners doesn’t take days off. But you, genteel reader, probably do. Here are the etiquette rules for your holiday, vacation, and shutdown needs.

Scott Snowman

February 11, 2019

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Dr. Manners Explains It All: {Calendar} Edition

Should you really give 2 weeks’ notice? How long do you have to wait after a birthday before breaking up with someone? Dr. Manners has the answers.

Scott Snowman

January 22, 2019

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There's plenty more where that came from. Check out some prompts from previous weeks.

wk. 01 {Dinner} with {3 People from} {History}

wk. 02 {Thanks Obama}

wk. 03 {Lying}

wk. 04 2016: {Year In Review}

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