Life’s Equity

"But it's not fair!" Myrna said. Myrna's father, Bob, rubbed his forehead. Each generation of teenagers had mastered the nasal twang and that drawn-out last syllable without ever hearing it from their ancestors. How did they do it? And what made it so annoying? "Look," Bob said. "Nobody ever said life was fair." "Games have … Continue reading Life’s Equity

Reversal

When I was yours, you caught me when I stumbled and kept me near to avoid harm. I know I was everywhere, so it must have been exhausting. You still smiled. Love was your lesson plan, and you taught it with enthusiasm. When I couldn't find the path, you held the light. You made certain … Continue reading Reversal

Matthew 19:14

The church bells rang as they walked up the steps. Anna held Dana's hand. "You're cutting off the circulation to my fingers," Dana said. "Oops," Anna said easing her grip. "I'm just..." "... nervous," she said with a smile. Anna leaned into Dana and let her beloved's calmness settle over her. The usher at the … Continue reading Matthew 19:14

A Strange and Mournful Day

I hold your childhood in my cupped hands. I bring my hands to my chest, and slowly open them. The treasure floats free and soaks into my flesh and passes through my bones to rest in my heart. Yesterday’s treasure was memories of your younger sister. What will tomorrow’s treasure be? I will hold them … Continue reading A Strange and Mournful Day

An OK Day

She had almost missed it. She was looking at the gray sky when she’d put out her hand to open the shiny glass door. She’d glanced at the plants in the flower boxes as she always had over the multitude of unchanging days. Today hidden within the subtle variations of sable were pops of red. … Continue reading An OK Day