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Vita Mutante
Life had become a troublesome and worrisome task for Haley. From the bills, rent, and utilities; things have just been too rough. All Haley has ever asked for is money. Enough money for her to peace out from the world and live in her own small world where no troubles come, and she can just stay stuck in her head writing every single one of her emotions in her trusty little black book. As an independent woman whose been working her entire life the only way out that she saw was by working every single day of her life. She didn’t have time for relationships or hobbies or even any fun. All she had and all she thinks she will ever have is her trusty little black book filled with everything she wouldn’t dare to say out loud. However, that little black book could change her life and she would’ve never known it…
Elegy of a Serendipitous Demise
“Rico, it won’t be the same here without you,” Shawn says in a grievous tone. Rico’s colleague started working at the Manhattan company along with him eight faithful years ago. "I can't believe they are letting you go. It's disgraceful. Where's the loyalty?"
R. Antonio MattaPublished 3 years ago in HumansLights in The Dark Skies
"I put the last box on the truck dad!" Its summer 2015, We were all exhilarated about "The Big Move". You see; my dad, finally gotten the promotion of his dreams. He's been promoted president over a major scientific research firm. With this big promotion, came big changes for my family. My father, mother, younger brother Max and I; We're all packed up leaving our family home in Rochester New York, moving to our new home in Sunny Southern California. Only minutes away from the beach; hollywood lights, movie stars and not to mention the great whether' this was quite enthralling for a 15-year-old boy.
DeSha JacksonPublished 3 years ago in HumansYour Name Here
In Which The Book Comes Home With Sue “How much did you pay for this one?” Mitch held the book out, away from his body, fingers barely gripping the cover. Sue looked over to see a small, black, leatherbound book dangling precariously over the dogs’ feeding trough where Mitch had been standing when she walked into the kitchen. She had been to the library book sale that morning, and, as usual, had hauled home several boxes of treasures. Boxes of books and more books to be added to her already overflowing bookshelves. Her dedication to the collection of books was admirable.
Christine FoxPublished 3 years ago in HumansJust Another Day
Darkness filled the early, crisp January morning. Arriving early to work, she clocked in and took her seat in preparation for the long day ahead. It was just another day.
darby dreherPublished 3 years ago in HumansIt Was Meant to Be
We used to come here together, every Sunday after art class. Leaving the swirls of oil on canvas and paintbrushes in linseed oil , I would forget about the beautiful women he painted. Women standing in fields of flowers or kneeling by sparkling springs. Feeling slighted by them he’d reminded me that they were figments of his imagination and nothing to be jealous of.
FirefliflihiPublished 3 years ago in HumansThe Bad Beat
She hauled her skirt down as far as she could and followed Vince into the poker room. She had worn her most scandalous outfit at his insistence as she readied herself for their dinner date. At Luigi’s she would order the fettuccine alfredo, even though Vince would make some sort of comment. It took her an hour to get her makeup right. Covering the bluish bruise around her right eye required several layers of concealer. Tonight, things would be light and easygoing. Carefree, even.
Maria BridgettePublished 3 years ago in HumansWhispering futures
Where do most people store the future they imagine as a child? Perhaps tucked away in the back of their mind – where no one else could even happen to guess as to what it is? Or ready on the tongue, resting perfectly in their mouth, until finally it opens, and surging out comes the stories of all they plan to accomplish, and the details as to how they will get there?
A Mother's Wish
“That can’t be right”. She cancelled the transaction and snatched the plastic card out of the machine. Taking a deep breath, she looked around and wiped the sweat accumulating on her palms with her jeans. “Just try again, you clearly did it wrong”, she went through the motions once more. After inputting her PIN, she waited for the screen to reflect the options. She selected Balance Inquiry. After some time, the screen stared back at her with her account information.
Jessica HectorPublished 3 years ago in HumansPlay It Forward
“Candy gram for June Bug! Candy Gram for June Bug!” Seer Corbett growls as the doorbell rings. Bassist June Cynthari sighs thumbing through the bills. “Candy Gram?!?” She pauses as Seer repeats himself. “I hate candy.” What is he up to now?
Paul's 29th Journal
Paul woke in a cold sweat. Pulling his shirt away from his throat, he took a look around and recognized his room with its white walls, framed movie posters, and books strewn over every surface. He couldn’t remember making such a mess, but maybe his headache had something to do with forgetting what had happened the night before? Looking for clues he turned to his left and saw the familiar green nightstand, but on top was a little black notebook he didn’t recognize. Sitting up gingerly, not sure if his headache would get better or worse with movement, he placed his hand on the journal and pulled it to him. He heard rather than saw a pen hit the ground and decided he’d have to find it later, the pressure in his head was too much to lean over further, but he was still curious where this notebook had come from. Opening the book, he saw his own handwriting on the inside cover. It simply said “29”.
Senior Singles in The Villages Are Turning To Matchmakers
Everyone knows that love has no age limit! The Villages dating scene is full of senior singles who are looking for love. Many senior singles will venture in the world of online dating in hopes of finding love. Although dating sites have completely revolutionized The Villages dating scene, it doesn’t mean that is the best option for senior singles looking for love. Online dating sites are full with singles who are only after a casual relationship and people who don’t take dating seriously. This is why so many senior singles in The Villages are now outsourcing their dating lives to professional matchmakers in The Villages, FL.
TrendingModelsPublished 3 years ago in Humans