“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”
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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”
Kiss Thief
Honestly, honestyevades its meaningin the shadowsof frailty.Chastity manipulatesmaking sensewith fingerprintsfrom her hips,trailing his lips.A stolen kisswith no means to repay.An accidental collisiontightened its gripwhen goodbye sweepsthrough her… Read more “Kiss Thief”
Savings in Time
Permission withdrawnyour credit card declinedat a dinner date from hell.A tear in your voiceexits your lips like abounced check.The downfall of Ms. Perfecthas an alluring presence,taking on… Read more “Savings in Time”
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”
Fired
(update/repost) “You’ve been an outstanding employee until this last year,” Mr. Adams said, raising then lowering his arms. “You tied my hands, guy.”“I’ve been here for—”“Ten years.… Read more “Fired”
Tripping over Hawthorn Trees
An inaudible whisperlost track of her train of thought,tumbling over excuses,sipping rum on an autumn evening;her name kindled my walls;guarded to save me from me.Sleep won’t let… Read more “Tripping over Hawthorn Trees”
A Date with Curves
I returned to sit over coffee with a chickI’d met on the internet.I looked around for a ghost.She left the receipt for me to pay.I held back… Read more “A Date with Curves”
Unaffordable by Design
A real estate agent guides methrough an unfurnished starter home.I roam with wide eyes, making plans.Holding your soft hand.Dreams caressed my mindwell before our memories saw the… Read more “Unaffordable by Design”
Nirvana Love
As morning crawled above the horizon,the autumn rays snuck through the shadesand widened the door’s length with light.Waking up with the aftertaste of your love,I traced my… Read more “Nirvana Love”