As she sat alone on the park bench, Eloise folded her arms together to stay warm. She was glad she had worn her sweater because the breeze had picked up slightly, and the late afternoon sun was temporarily obscured by clouds. Autumn had always been her favorite season. The heat of summer finally receded and … Continue reading THE LADY IN THE PARK
Category: Down syndrome
THE EULOGY
Even though the church was small, Reverend Hansen estimated it was less than half full. Only the immediate family and a few acquaintances had bothered to come together on this blustery January day to pay their last respects to Donald Phillips, a man who, during his eighty-plus years of life, had survived a multitude of … Continue reading THE EULOGY
THE ADVENTURES OF ADAM AND ADDISON
Every detail surrounding Gregory Landers was shrouded in secrecy. The name of this mysterious man was recognized by millions, and yet he was personally known by few. For those who did manage to meet him in person, he tended to be easily forgettable. But that was because he had no interest whatsoever in making any … Continue reading THE ADVENTURES OF ADAM AND ADDISON
THE BRAVERY OF A FRIEND
Carl leaned back in his easy chair and waited. It was at times like this when he missed the relaxing pleasure of his pipe, but at his daughter’s persistent urging, he had given up smoking years ago, and it had paid off. He had now achieved the distinction of being an octogenarian, and, thankfully, his … Continue reading THE BRAVERY OF A FRIEND
BRAINSTORMS
When the BMW hit the ponding on the slick road, the woman panicked and slammed on the brakes. Because of the heavy rain, she had reduced her speed to 60, down from the posted 70 mph, but it was still too fast for the deteriorating conditions. As her car began to slide towards the deep … Continue reading BRAINSTORMS
A Short Story Collection 