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Mom, do you remember?
Hi Mom! Standing on your back porch seeing the storage trailers I need to sort through. Wonder what I’ll find. Guess it’s time to get started. I head out towards them and the gate, like always, squeaks. How many times have I gone through this gate and never thought to oil it until opening it on my way out. Of course, always in a hurry and telling myself, “next time, I’ll remember, next time”.
By Kathryn Dalmut3 years ago in Families
Go West
Under the lampshade, the light illuminating softly, he could almost see him standing there. Wearing a wide brimmed hat, torn overalls, ratty tank top, toothpick behind his ear. His crooked smile, leaning into the moon-shaped scar next to the left corner of his mouth. Even though his dad had been gone almost six years, Lance could still see him clearly.
By Tiffany Nicole3 years ago in Families
Dream it Forward
Mr. and Mrs. Ives lived in a small town in rural Georgia. The couple had been high school sweethearts, married right after graduation, and have been together for over 60 years. They were the ideal marriage everyone hopes for. The couple worked hard to make a good life for themselves and their three children. Now grown with their own careers and spouses scattered about the country, the Ives’ got to enjoy their retirement on their front porch sipping sweet tea.
By Paige Chalmers3 years ago in Families
Keep Going
Money can’t buy happiness. Growing up on the West side of Eldrick View, I was always told to be grateful for what I have. I mean at least we weren’t living on the streets. This guy Jacob and his whole family got kicked out last week and are God knows where trying to survive. Money can solve so many issues. How could it not solve happiness?
By Meriam Santiago Alhajam3 years ago in Families
A Theatrical Makeover
"I gotta take a walk." Levi got up from bed, put on his favourite discoloured jeans, a hoodie and off-white sneakers. He could not stop his mind from racing about all the things he needed to do before leaving town for good. Although he was anxious before moving to Sayettville, Hūtah, ten years ago, he became satisfied with his decision. This neighbourhood suited his personality; it was quiet and peaceful, complemented by the creek that ran behind his backyard. Most of the houses had a front yard; some were built almost fifty years ago while others were renovated to fit the design trends of the time. He had a good rapport with his neighbours and made friends with a handful of them because he helped them with different maintenance matters. Despite the comfort he found here, he was about to leave all this behind because he could no longer afford it. "It's a bit chilly and the sun is shining, so it must be good, right?" he nodded to answer his question.
By Phebean Davies3 years ago in Families
Mary
Now: Eleanor’s gaze lingers at the far horizon where the sky meets the sea, which shimmers and winks, like diamonds falling. She sips her drink and stretches long legs out, lazily. There are no worries, no pains, nothing to rush to. Her gaze falls onto the white sand where a lone sunbather lies in the heat on this exclusive beach.
By Anila Syed3 years ago in Families