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Tragically Hip Survivor

It started, oddly enough, about 8 miles outside of Bobcaygeon on highway 36 towards Big Island. It was a weird place to start an invasion. Most people think it’s because it’s out of the way and they were looking for a place to happen. I have other thoughts. Though nobody cares what I think, atContinue reading “Tragically Hip Survivor”

MAXXimum Overdrive

Police headquarters, or as Maxx liked to refer to it hindquarters. His client, or rather the son of his client, sat in the chair opposite the police officer answering questions. Too many questions for Maxx’s liking. Too many answers too. There were three men stuffed into the room with him, his client, Mernon – businessContinue reading “MAXXimum Overdrive”

The Darkest Thought

“I am the creature who smells your darkest thoughts,” said the creature. This was true. It was the source of its greatest power, and its greatest weakness. “And am I a pleasant aroma?” I asked. I walked lightly upon the tatami mats. The traditional grass and rice straw mats padded my footsteps as I movedContinue reading “The Darkest Thought”

Soft Explosion

They say California is where fools go to find their dreams and dreamers go to find their fool. Henrietta was neither fool nor dreamer yet she found herself stepping off the plane in LAX. “Father forgive me for I have sinned. But not my will but thine,” she thought as she walked out of theContinue reading “Soft Explosion”

A Drop of Wetness

“Would you like some wine?” asked Alexander. “That would be lovely,” replied Rebeca. “Your usual?” “Of course,” replied Alexander, pouring a healthy serving into the chalice before Rebecca. Rebecca took the chalice within both her hands, letting the fragrance of the wine wash over her. And the faint perfume from its chalice steals her worriesContinue reading “A Drop of Wetness”

Published Author

“I really appreciate you coming.” “Hmmph,” she sniffed. Hey, she was here. That was a win. “Publication is the auction of the mind,” she said; unprompted. I looked at her. Her with her second hand black beret, brown, real leather jacket, a pair of slacks most likely from Walmart and a pair of strappy shoesContinue reading “Published Author”

Go Fetch

“It all belies our existence; we wait, and are still denied.”1“C’mon Rover. That’s a little dramatic don’t you think?” asked Edward. “A whistle blows, the ball is out of sight. Soon part of me will explore the deep and dark.”2“Don’t be like that,” replied Edward.Rover sat with his head on his hands. A sigh escapedContinue reading “Go Fetch”

United. Committed. For the kingdom of

“I don’t think I’m going to make it, Abi.” “Shush! Shhhh. You need to keep up your strength. The ambulance will be here soon,” said Abi. “What? And pay all those fees? I’d rather die first,” said Henrik. He laughed and then coughed up blood. “Shhh!” “It’s over yndling. Promise me, you’ll bury me withContinue reading “United. Committed. For the kingdom of”

Granites and Schists

“Behold! The granites and schists of my dark and stubborn country,” said Igor, looking out of the window at the crowd below. I looked at Svetlana. “The people are dumb as rocks,” she explained. She rolled her eyes and slumped onto the couch. “And twice as stubborn!” yelled Igor, turning away from the window, “TheyContinue reading “Granites and Schists”

Winter Snows

“You can’t go out like that,” yelled Rebecca from the doorway as I was heading out. It was late fall. The air had turned crisp and the leaves began their descent to cover lawns, roadways and forest floors. “I shalln’t be gone long.” “Shalln’t? Going on an adventure Mr. Frodo?” she said mockingly. I justContinue reading “Winter Snows”