The petite redhead sidled up to the man in uniform sitting at the far end of the bar. “Hey, Sailor, … More
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*Consulting Fate
Merry awoke just as the first red bursts of dawn streaked through the shutters and across her white bedspread. It … More
*The Predetermined Path
‘There are hundreds of paths up the mountain, all leading to the same place, so it doesn’t matter which path … More
*The Hiding Place
Shortly after the babe’s first month, Aunt Agnes came for a visit and asked to take her namesake for a … More
* Birth-Day
June 14, 1987 The day before … Cleaning the kitchen Irritated by the heat Wanting relief. Swollen belly, huge boobs … More
Young Love
I had a few boyfriends as a teenager, but never the heart-breaking young love crushes experienced by so many girls. … More
* The Straight & Narrow
“When you turn the wheel right, the boat goes right” he said patiently. “Think of it as driving a car.” … More
* Signs of Life
Spring had finally arrived. The stark branches were dotted with pink flower buds and these little signs of life gave … More
* Abandoned Chores
Heather stretched languidly in bed, inhaling the aroma of fresh coffee wafting from the kitchen. She smiled, listening to her … More
* The Empty Vessel
The foursome were enjoying their sundowner cocktails and pupus in the cockpit when John suddenly jumped up. “We’ve got company.” Everyone … More