Tag: writing
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Dinner and an Impromptu Show
Earlier this month, I decided to reign in my temper. I’m not saying that I have anger management issues or anything like that. In fact, it usually takes a lot of prodding before I lose my cool. I want to remain calm, no matter what the situation. Tonight, my resolve was tested, and I think…
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The Ninja, The Super Hero, And The Old Lady
The big night had arrived: Halloween! This year was special. For the first time, Liam and Sally were going trick or treating on their own. To be honest, I’m wasn’t a big fan of the idea. Liam wasn’t quite eleven yet, and Sally was only seven. They approached my husband and I earlier in the…
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A Family Matter
“Hard Knocks?” Randy didn’t sound impressed. “I’m in trouble and you take me to a dive bar?” “I have it on good authority that the folks here can help.” “Whose authority?” Why was he being difficult? “You don’t want to know.” I opened the door and gestured for him to enter. He crossed his arms…
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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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Throwback Thursday: Little Me
I know, some of these photos are a bit fuzzy. What can I say? It was the ’70s. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it!
J. Rusolo Ward 