Touching a Life

by | May 24, 2024 | Short Story

Ella could barely keep from jumping up and down. Tomorrow was the day. The day all her dreams would come true. She entered her apartment and wrinkled her nose at the stale and stuffy odor. She opened the door to the balcony, letting in the fresh evening breeze. Her...

Only Two Identities

by | May 17, 2024 | Short Story

              Jen pulled up to the curb and checked the address. Yes. This was the place. She turned to Sue. “Let’s unload.”             Sue and Jen exited the van and pulled out the coolers. They set up a folding table at the side of the yard, stacked it with...

More than a Cup of Tea

by | May 11, 2024 | Short Story

NOTE: This is a continuation of last week’s story: Finding Contentment. Sharon thumped her pillow and flopped onto her side. After a few moments, she rolled onto her back and stared at the ceiling. She studied a watermark in the corner. How long had that been...

FInding Contentment

by | May 4, 2024 | Short Story

             Sharon glanced around the sanctuary and chose a seat next to an older woman. She slid into the row just as the opening hymn started. This was her third Sunday at this new church and it seemed to be going well so far. The pastor’s messages were...