Forever in Bloom

by | Apr 17, 2021 | Short Story

             “There’s no such thing as romance anymore,” Laura said. She poured a sweetener packet into her tea.            May smiled at her friend across the table. “Have I ever told you about my friends Eddie and Diane?”            Laura scrunched her...

Breaking Barriers

by | Apr 10, 2021 | Short Story

Brad leaned against the bricks, glaring down the hallway. “I can’t believe they let those immigrant kids into our school.” Tony nodded. “I know, right? This place is going to the dogs.” Cheryl blinked. “They’re just kids, right? They should be able to go to school...

The Day Before Easter

by | Apr 3, 2021 | Short Story

  Danielle kept one eye on her kids racing around the lawn and the other searching for her friends. When she spotted them by the fence, she approached, a wide smile on her face. “Good morning, ladies. Looks like the egg hunt is a big success this year.” Christie...

Perspective

by | Mar 27, 2021 | Short Story

              “Nice outfit, Chloe.”             Chloe turned to find Taylor, one of the most popular girls in sixth grade, eyeing her. Taylor’s expression said it wasn’t a compliment. “Where’d you get it? Goodwill, or by raiding your grandmother’s closet?”            ...

Hidden Treasure

by | Mar 20, 2021 | Short Story

                    Samantha gazed across the store as she folded the remaining sweaters in the pile. Melanie’s voice startled her.             “Caught you staring.”             Samantha’s cheeks grew warm. “I’m not staring.”             “When are you going to tell...

Unexpected Rescue

by | Mar 13, 2021 | Short Story

                      The days were growing longer, and Dana soaked in the sun, grateful she could walk home in the light. She usually hurried home to put her feet up, but the sunshine inspired her to take the long way through the park. The birds were singing,...