Tag: short stories about life
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The Funeral
“Hard to believe it’s been twenty years since you walked out on me.” The voice startled Shane, who was kneeling in front of the casket. Shane winced. He wasn’t prepared for Maggie. “It wasn’t like that.” “What was it like?” Maggie wasn’t one to let things go. “I didn’t expect to see you.” He blurted…
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It’s A Girl
Waves of pain rippled through my body. It was worse than I imagined. What was I thinking, getting pregnant? It was destined to end in pain. To be fair, my birth plan involved drugs and a sterile hospital. I hadn’t anticipated giving birth during a Finnair flight. Would my baby be American or Finnish? The…
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Teresa’s Choice
“Everybody is talking about you.” Kevin greeted her with the announcement. “All good, I hope.” She said, absentmindedly checking her e-mails. “Teresa’s at it again.” Putting down her phone, she gave him her full attention. That explained the nasty looks she was getting around town. “Now I know how a celebrity must feel in the…
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For the Love of Maggie
“Everybody is going. You really must join me.” Gwen was worried about him. Ever since Maggie died, he only left the house for work. “I was planning on putting on some sweats, and watching the game.” She tried to entice him. “Every local celebrity will be there.” “So, basically the mayor, that girl who won…
J. Rusolo Ward 