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Selective Memory

Posted on September 21, 2018 by

Aurora entered the living room and tussled Tanner’s hair. “You’re gettin’ shaggy. Time for a haircut,” she said. Tanner enjoyed the affection for a moment before a look of worry spread across his brow. “Did I scratch you? Sorry, I … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Nickname?

Posted on September 18, 2018 by

Phil walked up on the end of a conversation between two of his colleagues. “Thanks for the tip. I’ll check into it. Talk to you later, Captain,” said Smitty. After waiting for Ron to leave, Phil snuck over to Smitty. … Continue reading →

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A Difference of Perspective

Posted on September 15, 2018 by

Bert could feel his ears burning. “Riley!” he shouted. Riley popped his head above his cubicle. “You bellowed?” He wore a sinister smile that only inflamed Bert’s rage. “I’m done with you. Never again. You hear me?” cried Bert. “What … Continue reading →

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Savage

Posted on September 12, 2018 by

It was light and summery, adorned with bright coloured hibiscus flowers. It was the kind of shirt Duncan loved. He discovered it at a Summer clearance sale and snapped it up. At home, he immediately changed into his new prize. … Continue reading →

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How To Go Viral

Posted on September 9, 2018 by

It all started when Ben found an old broken hair dryer. He cut off the cord, put on a trench coat and stood by a light post on a main road. He pointed the hair dryer at the oncoming traffic … Continue reading →

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Worries

Posted on September 6, 2018 by

It was 3:18 when Steve looked at his clock. Between the heat, the worry over the impending deal and a brain that refused to rest, he got no peace. Perhaps if he had trust in his business partners, or even … Continue reading →

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Another Conversation Overheard at a Coffee Shop

Posted on September 3, 2018 by

“The value of things is screwy. We take ordinary paper and plastic, print arbitrary stuff on it, and suddenly it’s valuable. And why? Because somebody says so.” “That’s not entirely true. Some things are inherently valuable. Food, clothing and shelter.” … Continue reading →

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