Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Humans.
Mystery on Shell Road
There is always something exciting about the first warm day of the spring season. Amy woke up knowing today would be that day. She mentally planned her entire day around making sure she could take a walk on the beach, before even getting out of bed. ‘Time for myself? Tall order these days. Gramps has become almost a full time job’ she thought to herself as her feet touched the tile floor, still damp and cool from the morning. Stretching, she reached over and pet her dog, Lubo. “Lets do it bud”, she half yawned as she made her way to the closet.
Ashley LanePublished 3 years ago in HumansThe Witch Next Door
It was not a good day for a summer storm. Penelope Reed watched through the blinds of her kitchen window as movers began to unload furniture from a beat-up truck parked in the driveway next door. An unfortunate pleather sofa followed a pair of lamps and a behemoth of a secretary desk. From a rusted station wagon came a black umbrella, masking the presence of the new homeowner of 1692 Cherrywood Lane.
Jillian SpiridonPublished 3 years ago in HumansHailey's Revival
It was colder in the tent tonight. The concrete was especially hard as It was the first day of winter in Seattle. A twenty-four-year-old Hailey Sullivan was living on the sidewalk under the overpass down the street from the three bedroom house she grew up in. Her mother died of Covid last year and she spent the small sum of insurance money on a proper burial for her. When there was nothing more she could do, a kind Sheriff named Jimmy knocked on the door one afternoon and secured the padlock on the door handle as she said goodbye to life as she’d known it.
Stasi GrantPublished 3 years ago in HumansSigns in the Sky
What is your zodiac sign? I am a Virgo by birth but in actuality I believe my sign is leaning more towards a Leo. I think the role of the zodiac can teach us a lot about ourselves and our attitudes. If you really want to figure out your birth chart, try downloading an app called “Co-Star”. This plots down a summarization of things of where you are placed in the zodiac chart as well of your signs in comparable to the Solar System. As far as I am concerned, the chart will need the time and place of your birthday.
LAiney BeePublished 3 years ago in HumansAn Auspicious Circumstance
An Auspicious Circumstance by Angie Bauman The breeze hits him as soon as the double doors open. His backside faces the group home. Andre takes in the fresh crisp air. This moment, a sense of freedom, but also a sense of fear. Reminded he’s alone by the way his tattered green duffle bag weighs heavy on his shoulder. The life he once knew exists no more. He says to himself, “I won’t get anywhere standing here all day.”
Angela BaumanPublished 3 years ago in HumansFor someone who needs it,
“They’re vultures!” The woman’s aged voice whispered and creaked like a draught through the once splendid home that threatened to slide apart around them. Her hand instinctively caught her layers of pearls and gold strings at her neck as though it gave her strength to proceed. Her figure tucked back into her high upholstered chair. Thin delicate fingers lightly entwined the necklaces as her eyes darted away from her guest and to the fireplace in deep thought.
Exmarks
Michael was an optimist who had done everything by the book. He listened attentively in class and achieved notable grades with his average talent. He secured a comfortable job where his dependability became the cornerstone of the department. Each day was faced with an outlook of positive expectation which for the most part, was fulfilled. As a skilled counter of blessings, he wasn’t too perturbed at being single when the early stage of middle age was broached. He was sure it would work out in the end, it usually did and fussing about it wasn’t going to help. Even when informed of the nascent dilemma of a growth in his intestine, he still went about his day. Whether it was helping out at the local shelter doling out servings of hot food or furniture shopping, Michael made an effort to keep to routine.
A Mexican love story
I Love is not measured by diamond rings, but snoring nights
Arnoldo AlonsoPublished 3 years ago in HumansPriceless
Vicki slowly pulled into the dark, vacant parking lot of a suburban strip mall. She checked her uniform and equipment: coveralls, thick boots, headlamp, stick, leather gloves, and duffle bag. This was only her second night on the job, and her nerves were getting the best of her.
[email protected]Published 3 years ago in HumansRemy's Unexpected Coffee Night With A Stranger
"All of these stupid books are the same," Remy rolled his eyes as he picked up the books. "It's all don't buy Starbucks coffee and stop using Netflix. It's like they don't know how hard it is to live in the twenty-first century!"
Alfie JanePublished 3 years ago in HumansWhat is she writing?
There she is again, just like everyday before last. I find her to be so odd, always in that knit hat. I think she that has such a lack of purpose to be here. She is always alone but I see her sit over there on that bench watching the children play. Why does she do this, she does not have a child here? There are only 4 children here and they are mine. Everyday she sits there and will write in that little black book. What is she always writing?
Buffie Peterson (Angelsoulbp)Published 3 years ago in HumansOne Black Book short of the Rabbit Hole
Life can be weighted in minutes. Sometimes, one of those minutes can forever alter the course of a life. This thought fleetingly crossed her mind as she ran towards the bus. Slowed down by a bulky handbag and scuffed pointy black shoes, she knew that when her phone rang there were only one of two choices. Be on time for the bus, or find out who the caller is.
Sienna RosePublished 3 years ago in Humans