(Repost 2021) Dan is going through a mid-life crisis, wondering what happened to his relationship with his wife (Tara) and how she hardly notices him anymore. After… Read more “The Weekend Affair”
Tag: short story
Reward Money
“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”
Blind Cafe Date
In a café, waiting for a date, I observe a barista with long, red hair that spirals into locks below her shoulders, burning beans poured into eco-friendly… Read more “Blind Cafe Date”
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”
Evicted on Christmas
A forecasted snow-bearing Christmas was three days away. The sun was climbing out of the deep well of winter, but it was still brutally cold. The living… Read more “Evicted on Christmas”
Bi Mary
“Tell me the truth,” Mary said, shifting her weight to her back foot, arms folded. “And we could work through it.”“You sure you wanna hear the—”“Now!” Mary… Read more “Bi Mary”
Sinister Sunday Drive
Tara enjoyed Sunday evening drives. I was getting sick of driving in the winter chill. Not even the light forecasted snowflakes slapping the windshield could deter us… Read more “Sinister Sunday Drive”
Club Night
(Revised) Another dateless Valentine’s Day. It’s just another day. I arrived a little late at a sports bar because my hair wouldn’t style in place—never did. I’ve… Read more “Club Night”
Buried Secrets
“I’m kind of iffy on this whole thing. I mean, I’d die of laughter if someone told me they did what we’re doing. I’d think they’re fucking… Read more “Buried Secrets”
Holiday Date
It was two days until Christmas, and Ben didn’t have a date to entertain his mother’s view of happiness for him. Ben felt love had passed by… Read more “Holiday Date”