The mother smiled, and let out a slight laugh. “Well…thank you again for the help…I’ll leave you two to get better acquainted…if you’d like anything, I’ll be in the kitchen.” She turned and left the room. “So, is it just you and your mom…?” the boy asked awkwardly. “Yup, just me and mom.” The […]
A Tough Journey Scene 30
On Saturday, Valerie wakes up feeling very anxious indeed. She fixes her hair and applies her make-up before choosing an outfit. She lays it on the bed before going downstairs where she pours herself some coffee and butters a slice of toast. After breakfast, Valerie occupied herself; straightening the lounge, plumping up cushions and […]
The Day’s of his Lives Scene 217
Tuesday’s Child Ah, when to the heart of man Was it ever less than a treason To go with the drift of things, To yield with a grace to reason, And bow and accept the end Of a love or a season. Robert Frost, Reluctance st. 4 “Oh my God, she’s changed!”, I thought to […]
Surrogate Scene 155
“One thing that intrigued me was the boys who stood up to pee. I knew that girls were supposed to sit down on the potty, but I’d never questioned why. So one day at home, I decided I’d find out why girls weren’t supposed to stand. I stood in front of the potty, pulled […]
Summer Nurse Scene 174
“She’s so grown up now. I think my very existence embarrasses her.” the lady laughed. Then she looked at Kevin and said, “Who’s this cutie?” She knelt down on one knee and said, “Hi there sweetie. What’s your name?” Kevin just looked at her and kept quiet. “He’s a bit shy.” I said. “Oh, […]
I’ll see you tonight Scene 18
“Step out,” Dorothy said. Relena did as she was told. Dorothy took the soiled garment and carried over to the room’s small trashcan. She held the item of clothing above the can for a moment, and then let it drop. The fell, gently, into the plastic lined embrace of the receptacle. Dorothy walked around […]
The Witches Next Door Scene 37
“Oh, umm…sure, I’d love to help.” He said. “Let me just get my shoes on…I’ll be right there” He told her, and rushed inside to find his shoes. He thought this was amazing. He’d been nervous about going next door and ringing the bell for an introduction, and just like that, the red haired girl […]