Little Oskar was in love with a florist. He passed by her shop daily, on his way to school. Friday, Oskar stole his mother’s rare orchid and ventured out. He would give it to the florist, for although she had many flowers in her shop, none were really hers.

Little Andrew found a lost wallet full of money. In it he discovered the picture of a pretty redhead, probably the owner. Next morning, Andrea found on her doorstep her lost wallet. Someone must have brought it during the night. She inspected it; nothing was missing, except for her picture.

Blanche’s cat was missing. After many fruitless searches, Blanche gave up, resigned. She wept. Some days later, she received an anonymous note: Your cat eats tasty fish. If you want to see it again, put on your red dress and fancy hat and come Saturday evening to the beach. This week I'm republishing some of … Continue reading A 50-Word Story a Day Keeps the Boredom Away #39