Lessons from Grapes

by | Mar 25, 2023 | Short Story

Becca slid into the chair opposite Mona and opened her lunch bag. Mona put away her phone and smiled. “I’m glad you could meet me. How is this semester going?” Becca popped a grape into her mouth, savoring the crunchy sweetness. “Classes are going well, and I’ve...

Filters

by | Mar 17, 2023 | Short Story

 Jessica shifted the laundry basket from one hip to the other as she crossed the room. Passing behind the sofa where Hailey lounged, she caught a glimpse of Hailey’s phone. Jessica stopped in her tracks. “Is that Chloe?”  Hailey held her phone out. “Yeah....

Right or Righteous

by | Mar 10, 2023 | Short Story

             Anne stormed out of the house and slammed the door. She stomped to the edge of the yard and let out a groan. Steve was so infuriating!             “Everything OK?”             Anne whirled around to see her next-door-neighbor Carla. Always pleasant and...

Sowing Seeds

by | Mar 3, 2023 | Short Story

 Danielle hurried into the cafe. “Sorry I’m late, ladies.” She settled into a seat, removed her coat, and glanced around the table. “What’s wrong? What did I miss?” Kristen shrugged. “Not much. We’re all just a little discouraged.” “Oh, why?” Danielle asked. “Well,...

Mysterious Ways

by | Feb 20, 2023 | Short Story

Lori threw off the covers and sat up in bed, sweat dripping down her chest. She turned on the bedside fan until her body temperature decreased. She glanced at the clock. 2:00 AM. Uggh. Unbelievable. She turned to the side to find Ken sleeping like a rock, soft snores...