A Kiss

She stood there. Her head was tilted back slightly. The air circulated through her hair. It wasn’t warm but wasn’t cold. The temperature teetered between seasons unsure of which way …

A Bed Time Story

The room was almost dark. Thin slices of moonlight peeked through the blinds. In the street outside the air was still except for an occasional passing car.  Even in the …

Do Not Be Afraid

Fear is a cell that will imprison you. Fear will make your heart cold. Fear is the split second between now and the future. Do not be afraid. Fear is …

The House Is Quiet

The house is quiet. The house is quiet, not silent. The tap, brap, tap, dap –– tap. of the keyboard cuts through the still air of the house. The boiler …