The physician told her to return tomorrow. ‘An affliction of the heart,’ was all he said. She returned fearing the worst. She entered the little cabinet and saw on the desk a fine dinner and red wine and two lit candles. The doctor, neatly dressed, held a bouquet of roses. (First published last year.) Related … Continue reading A 50-Word Story a Day Keeps the Boredom Away #21 (Republished)
The husband returned home from work early and found his wife lying in bed. 'What's the matter dear?' he asked. It seemed to him that she looked slightly unwell. 'Just tired after housework,' she said, smiling. The husband shrugged and began unbuttoning his shirt. Someone sneezed in the wardrobe. Related articles Is Isolation Good For … Continue reading 50-Word Tales #100
Gabriela was travelling abroad when she met a hatted boy. He was short and frail, and had serious difficulties pedaling alone his tandem bicycle. 'I'll help boy!' She took the second seat and pedaled fast. The bicycle moved with high speed. It was the beginning of a great literary friendship. Related articles A 50-Word Story … Continue reading 50-Word Tales #99
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