Weekly Creativity Challenge #6: Once Upon a Time...

I would gladly cast my vote for everyone here—especially those sweethearts in the photos—but since I simply can't, I’ll take the role of a seasoned old-school patriot and a loyalist to the legacy of Tito and cast my vote for Ace; after all, I was the one who talked her into posting that photo, and seeing it brings back such wonderful memories. I honestly would have given Louise a perfect five-star rating out of pure respect because you can tell she truly cares, but there is absolutely no chance—I’ve been completely won over by the combination of Mianin's belt and shoes. There was a time when women made sure their handbags, belts, and lace were all perfectly coordinated in the same shade. Milana really hit a home run with this look.
Please forgive me if my voting seems a bit biased, but frankly, only a madman wouldn't vote for Mianin's ensemble, and only someone completely out of touch wouldn't support Ace's induction into the youth scouts. I consider myself a rational person and a proud member of the American Red Cross.

Thank you for your attention.

Now, I am off to go cast my official vote.

I’ve gotta say, I totally agree—Mia absolutely crushed it out there on that moped.

Milton and Mia are my favorites 😁 You guys are all 👍

Mili is an absolute legend!

I’m rooting for the kid in the little coat and Mia, even though all three of her shots deserved the win. But hey, if I can only pick one, that's my vote.😢

Honestly, I'd probably throw my vote toward Ace and Red too.😢
The poll really should have been public. Keeping it hidden like this just feels shady.😳

And another thing—why isn't the voting process actually transparent? I'll go out on a limb here and say you aren't just playing games. 😁

We can't tell who's actually voting 😳

Rachel Palmer56 said:We can't actually see who's casting their vote 😳

Honestly, it doesn't matter much to me—I have my own winners in mind. 🙂

slyraven27 said:Who cares... I've got my own winners. 🙂

You're right about that. 🎉

🙂😉

It’s honestly kind of intense having this secret admirer... just one for now... though if it turns out to be a guy, I can only hope he’s already got a girlfriend, rather than some dude whose big fantasy is just sitting on an old man's lap who hasn't seen a kidney in years hahaha

I didn't realize we could vote twice, so I only cast one yesterday. Guess it's too late to double up now, but whatever. You guys are all incredible, but I kept coming back to that one photo—had me grinning like an idiot. That's my pick, end of story.
starbo 😍
premeden 😍

driftingmarlin44 said:Taking this chance to position myself just below Muljika... I hope she enjoys being the worst of them and isn't weighing in at 175 lbs... the photo studio was over in downtown Chicago... or maybe it was in some suburb, I can't quite recall... anyway, since I'm already here acting as the famous usurper of challenges—it’s a lovely topic with lovely participants. What do we think about the epic scenes and the wisdom? I'm voting for Louise and Muljika. It actually touched me a bit—seeing one restless soul guarding what looked, if I saw correctly, like a broken bow made of some kind of reed... fascinating. And Muljika... like an old mother holding a memorial... the way she composed that shot... it's enough to make you weep. Though... where does she find those strange glowing objects? She spent half an hour staring at them in a dream... I was a bit interrupted, but then again, Muljika was right above me, haha.

Thanks for the vote. 😘 That bow was a gift from my dear friend back when we were sitting under an oak tree about 17 years ago; he teased me, asking what kind of archer works without a bow and arrow, so he made me one. Unfortunately, it snapped over time—there isn't much room in a memory box, after all—so it didn't survive. But I still cherish it. 😍

My vote goes to Starbo, simply because he's too sweet, and also to the second Miani—mostly because she finally decided to participate in a challenge instead of just messing around, and secondly, because her party vibe and outfit in the photos gave me a good laugh. 😁

I’m looking at how this seven-day poll is dragging on, and honestly, I’m starting to think hosting a challenge every single week is overkill. A monthly challenge would be much more practical. 🤣
Even though I didn't give Peanut a point, I'm still rooting for him and can't wait to see what kind of topic he throws our way. 🙂🎉

Megan Gray4 said:I’m watching this seven-day poll drag on, and honestly, the whole challenge feels a bit overextended. I'm starting to think weekly challenges might be overkill; maybe we should just switch to a monthly format. 🤣
Even though I didn't give Peanut a point, I'm still rooting for him and can't wait to see what kind of topic he throws our way next. 🙂🎉

😁 🙂

Drew Lee9 is in charge 🙂

Sarah Mendoza22 said:Drew Lee9 leading 🙂

The backup is just as intimidating 😁 😉

Showed up, cast my vote👋 Pioneers and peanuts😍

Chloe Cooper10 said:I showed up, gave my two cents,👋 and all I got was😍 a handful of peanuts

😁 🙂

Chloe Cooper10 said:I showed up, spoke my piece,👋 just some pioneers and peanuts😍.

thanks

😘

Since everyone’s sharing their ballots, here’s mine
one vote for the newcomer, and the other goes to Chloe Cooper10 behind the wheel of a beat-up Ford 🙏