In a moment marked by domestic exasperation yet tethered to his unwavering dedication to work, Harold turned to his trusty dog, his loyal companion, and exclaimed, “Brightside, if you could lend a paw and take out the trash, I would be forever grateful.” This was not a serious request but was born of frustration as Harold attended to the call.…
Lilianna lived in a quaint, sunlit apartment on the 4th floor of a charming old building nestled within the bustling heart of a large metropolis. From her window, she had a front-row seat to the vibrant theater of city life: people scurrying to work in tailored suits, parents pushing strollers to the nearby market, and street vendors shouting over the morning din.…
I raged to gain control of the moment and escape the possible grim destination of my spinning metal death carriage. My rhythmic chant to deny death filled the car’s cabin with an all-out scream. “I’m not gonna die! I’m not gonna die!” …
I pulled the Caprice Classic out of a makeshift garage three blocks away; below Grand Street. I had to call up the building manager two days prior to get her out. He rented the bottom of an ancient building to a couple of car owners like me and filled in the hollow spaces around the cars with restaurant supplies.…
Lines forming for things that were not essential to life. Queuing for items that could be pre-ordered online. Committing whole days in pursuit of objects, which would take minutes to acquire a few days later after the hysteria subsided.…
The end to nagging pain and the distress associated with discomfort. Everyday occurrences will be a thing of the past. With this in mind, the path forward is paved with endless prospects. Once thought of as the exclusive domain of an elite few, this sensational miracle is now available to everyone.…
Oh crap, so this is what it’s like to have a heart attack! I was still balancing a hot tuna melt in my left hand on an oversized dinner plate. My entire body was constricted. My legs were pressing my upper body into the door jamb between my kitchen and den.…
Debra would pick-up her exciting new prize after her work day. The afternoon breezed by with her joy and satisfaction for the newest addition to her elegant collection. She saw herself striding down the concrete catwalk of the art district's main drag — backlit by the city's sky glow, sleek in her new black dress, and taking-in appreciative glances.…
