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Dave raised his collar against the night wind, wishing he’d worn a scarf. The leftover kitchen humidity mingled with his own stale sweat as he made his way home, creating a chilly layer of moisture under his clothes. Restaurant work sucked, but it was easy to find and keep. Plus, Viva Roma was close... »
Now and Then – #fridayflash
Professor Harold Stamp was enjoying a bowl of vanilla ice cream and watching a re-run of Who Isn’t The Boss? when the alarm started. The red bulb on the wall pulsed and a circuit breaker flipped, killing the power to the television and the living room lights. “It’s time, Clyde. We knew it would... »
Things I had Forgotten
An author can be casual in tone, original in content, and professional in presentation. Thank you, Kurt Vonnegut for reminding me of this. A story can be brief, rich in detail, and leave the reader with much to think about. Mr. Borges, I tip my hat. Metaphor, bizarre or otherwise, can illustrate the unknown, unexperienced, or... »
Switcheroo – Friday Flash
Tal James scrutinized the photos. It was eerie, looking at photos of himself, knowing that they were not him. He had never been in a medical lab in his life. Nor had he been part of a city road works crew, not even in his youth. “I’m spooked,” he said without looking up. “They... »
