“This cup of cold coffee is barely keeping me awake,” Sandra said, yawning with her hands planted firmly on the steering wheel. Sandra glanced over, then returned… Read more “Reward Money”
Category: conflict
Pity Party
Me, dis-invited?I figured as much.Don’t blame attendees.My affections claw at my sleeve,examining the world over my voice.Settling in your head,ruminating over last night’sbedroom talk.What’s best for usis… Read more “Pity Party”
The Invitation
Mark is the black sheep of the family and thinks the government monitors cell phones, so he never called. But when Ben receives a letter with an… Read more “The Invitation”
Hannah Is A Keeper
The pavement sizzled with lust.I felt the sweat on my brow,bringing me back to summer.I siphoned enough heartacheto rescue the brokenhearted.I plugged my ears.It’s too early to… Read more “Hannah Is A Keeper”
Overreacting
“Oh, so you think I’m cute when I’m angry, do you? Well, get ready because I’m about to get gorgeous,” Dakota said, pressing her finger into my… Read more “Overreacting”
We Deserve Each Other (Valentine’s Day)
“Don’t pretend you didn’t mean it,” I said, wiping tears with a tissue. “You return after ten years and expect—” “I don’t have a Valentine,” Sara said, closing the distance… Read more “We Deserve Each Other (Valentine’s Day)”
Say What You Want to Say
Shades of shadows blend with an unforecasted gust rattling the living room windows as Vera enters the house, the door slams behind her. Goosebumps poke through her… Read more “Say What You Want to Say”
Dreams over Dates
(Revised) I find it not hard to believe that which I can’t conceive.The idle hands of my mind’s eye paint a picture that simmers the winter’s bone… Read more “Dreams over Dates”
Reflection
Are you still debating whether you like what you see?I can’t say that I blame you.Cracks from plunged bloody fists hide distorted lines under your eyes.I see… Read more “Reflection”
Camera Shy
“If this is what you think is honest—”“I think you’d better go!” I looked down and away, pointing to the front door.“Not going to forgive me, are… Read more “Camera Shy”
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