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Take the six-word story challenge

The way you tell your story makes all the difference. Even the shortest stories. Check out a few of our favorite six-word stories about this photo that answer the question, "Why'd the turkeys cross the road?"

To get to the vegan convention

Betsy

Paul and Ringo walking the crosswalk.

Bob

Taylor Swift tickets on other side.

Anonymous

We're not road kill.

B.E.L.

Grandma's stuffing's on the other side

Martha

Gobble up the eats of course!


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Share a six-word story inspired by this photo.

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