50-Word Stories #86

'It's snowing,' she said. 'Yeah,' he said, 'it is snowing.' 'The airport will be closed,' she said. 'Yes, the airport will be closed.' For some moments they were both silent. 'Should we go back inside?' he asked. She smiled at him. 'Yes,' she said, 'Let's go back inside.' Related articles A 50-Word Story a Day … Continue reading 50-Word Stories #86

There’s Much to Do In 2013

Resolutions that are not written are forgotten, so I’m noting mine here. Don’t die before publishing your story. Become a published author. Start writing your second novel before your first one is out. Write more and write better. Bury grandmother. Take grandfather to live with you and mother. Look after him well. Read at least … Continue reading There’s Much to Do In 2013

I Love December. But I Also Hate It.

This is the best time of the year to fall in love: snowy ground, star-sprinkled inky sky, foggy yellow street lamps, ghostly breaths, decorated fir trees, colorful lights, gifts wrapped in fancy paper, woolly scarves wrapped around slender necks, furry coats warming supple figures, mittens protecting delicate hands, falling snowflakes settling in women’s hair... And … Continue reading I Love December. But I Also Hate It.