Dog Dinner Delight

I love dogs, and I enjoy hearing stories about them. Even Fractl’s analysis of Buzzfeed articles tells me that dogs are a top topic to talk about. So, a “live tweet” of an exciting event, well, for my dog at least, sounded like a good idea.

Following Gary Vaynerchuk’s suggestion of storytelling in micro moments, my story technically unfolds over a relatively short period. However, when recounting it, I’ve broken it down and stretched it out, especially from Piper’s point of view. I thought this would make the story more interesting and fun. I included timestamps, which, hopefully, also added a bit of humor when reading about how some things quickly happened.

Eric Goldschein from “Social Media Today” emphasizes the importance of writing the way you talk. I did my best to achieve that through brevity and a bit of humor. In my short story, you won’t find jargon or complex language either, as I wanted to ensure that the story is relatable to the large number of people who are dog owners.

And finally, this is how I used the 8-Point Story Arc structure:

1. Stasis: The normal, everyday life of Piper
2. Trigger: The approaching supper time, marked by the clock and the anticipation building
3. Quest: Piper’s quest for supper, which involves waiting eagerly, showing excitement, and eventually getting to enjoy the meal.
4. Surprise: The level of enthusiasm and joy exhibited by the dog during supper time, adding a layer of unexpected delight.
5. Critical Choice: The moment when I decide to feed Piper, leading to the climax.
6. Climax: The climax is the actual feeding of the dog, with the first bite symbolizing the peak of anticipation and excitement.
7. Reversal: The shift from the anticipation and waiting to the actual enjoyment of the meal, turning the focus from the buildup to the satisfaction of the dog’s hunger.
8. Resolution: A content and happy dog and my satisfaction in quiet, peaceful post-dinner moments.

These narrative elements help structure the story and create a satisfying arc that engages the reader in the simple yet joyful experience of a dog waiting for and enjoying supper.

And without further ado, here’s the link to my Twitter thread: https://twitter.com/WalkeyTalkey_ua/status/1726031194142515269