by Karen Malley | Jan 18, 2025 | Short Story
Marilyn set the timer for the oven and removed her apron. The casseroles would be ready in 45 minutes. One for her family’s dinner, and one for the Thompson family. She made some mental calculations. If she delivered the meal around 5:30, she’d have some...
by Karen Malley | Jan 11, 2025 | Short Story
Sunlight streamed through the windows as Bonnie rinsed out her breakfast bowl and placed it on the rack. “It’s going to be a gorgeous day, Peanut. How about a walk to the park?” Peanut jumped to his feet and bounded to the door. Bonnie couldn’t help laughing. “I guess...
by Karen Malley | Jan 4, 2025 | Short Story
Maria joined Tom at the breakfast table, where he sat nursing his coffee and scrolling through the sports commentary. “Would you like to go for a walk today? It’s lovely outside.” Tom glanced up from his phone. “I’ll walk enough...
by Karen Malley | Dec 27, 2024 | Short Story
Maddie pedaled hard up the hill. She had plenty of time before the interview, but she wanted to be early. She’d need a few minutes in the restroom to change clothes, tame her windblown hair, and catch her breath. If she got this job, maybe, if she was careful, she’d...
by Karen Malley | Dec 14, 2024 | Short Story
Audrey’s head swam as she struggled to open her eyes. When she did, the brightness of the room shot pain through her head. Where was she? “She opened her eyes!” An excited voice sounded nearby. It sounded like Jessica. “Thank...
by Karen Malley | Dec 7, 2024 | Short Story
Jacob slid open the balcony door and set his coffee and laptop on the small patio table. It would be a hot one today, but the early morning weather was perfect. If he had to work all day at his unfulfilling job, at least he could get some fresh air while...
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