Mark met Geri at the trailhead parking lot just after dawn. It was their plan to hike into the mountains the Lake Genevieve and back. Figuring that one-way was just over 5 miles, an early start should get them back to the trailhead by midafternoon. The pair had been hiking partners for a couple of years now and they both knew their pace on the trail. One tha...
"Here you are, sir. Is there anything else I can get for you?" The waiter had just set down one of the foo foo drinks, you know, one of those ones with an umbrella in it. Steve pushed his sunglasses onto his forehead and looked at the waiter. "No, I'm good right at the moment. Thank you though." "As you wish." The waiter left leaving Steve to lounge on the...
Jerry was stretched out on the sofa, Stacy was cradled in his arms as they watched the Red Sox taking it to the Yankee's. While Stacy enjoyed the game, she didn't have any team preferences. Jerry, on the other hand, was a life-long Bosox fan and eagerly looked forward to the Sox Yankee's games. Stacy was rubbing his forearm, "I understand Maria stopped by...
"Welcome to Ambrose Industries, Mr. Carpenter" said the Human Resources Manager, Al, standing and extending his hand to the newest employee of the company, Jerry Carpenter. Standing as well, Jerry shook Al's hand, "Thanks. I'm glad to be here. And I'm not just saying that. I really am." Putting his hands on his hips, Al replied, "I know. You came well rec...
Author's note: This could go into a number of categories. It seemed to me that First Time was probably the best fit of any of them. As always, your feedback and constructive criticism are appreciated. ***** Peter Jacobson was sitting at the dining table, slowly scooping cereal into his mouth. High school ended the week previous and now he was faced with an...