On Friday night, all of us get together at the pub—all the couples plus me, Mac, and whatever floozy he decided to bring that night. He was always bringing a different girl each Friday night. Lora and Lee, the newlyweds, were already back from the honeymoon. They were arguing over something about the house. "So I guess the honeymoon is over." I laughed as I...
The ancient Olympian gods have been reincarnated in the modern age as semi-mortal beings with human lifespans, but powers comparable to what they once held. Having taken human identities, the gods now live new lives in the mortal world, gravitating to occupations appealing to their ancient divine portfolios. For example, Zeus and Hera now have become the own...
In the dark forests of faraway places legends are born that invoke fear and trepidation in the local people, but scorn and disbelief in the wider community. On Chiloé, a group of islands off the south of Chile, such a legend exists. The locals speak of a gnome like creature they call 'El Trauco' that preys on their young women. Such legends always fascinate...
It was a balmy and beautiful night, the stars were brilliant in the midnight sky and the lights of Cozumel were aglow across the ocean. I had just finished walking on the warm sand after having one last cocktail for the evening. I noticed the man that had been watching me most of the night as I sat at the bar, walking towards me. His teeth were a brilliant p...
Part 4. Amelia's second tale. It was unusual enough for Mama to interrupt my lessons, that I wondered what news she could have for me that could not wait until luncheon. As I came along the corridor towards the small saloon the door opened and I was surprised to see my abigail, Elizabeth Fisher and her mother come out. Becky was crying and they turned away...
I apologize, in advance, for taking your reading time, but felt some explanation may help you enjoy this story. It is longer than my usual tale so I've broken it into manageable chapters. The work is finished and edited which assures you of a complete story. Although some historical details are accurate, this is a work of fiction. The sex is minimal but esse...
What better time of year to give the gift of a great film than at Christmas? For most of us in the northern hemisphere, Christmas also signals the beginning of winter and long cold nights stuck home beside the fireplace watching movies. So help them out! Star Wars Trilogy: THX (1995) by George Lucas Yes, yes, yes, I know everyone has a copy of the original...
I fish because I love to because I love the environs where trout are found which are invariably beautiful; because , my fishing is at once an endless source of delight and an act of small rebellion; because only in the woods can I find solitude without loneliness; because bourbon out of an old tin cup always tastes better out there; because maybe one day I w...
I am walking through a town that time forgot. I am wearing a everything that you would expect a cowgirl to wear. I am wearing a red checkered shirt and a blue denim skirt along with tan boots. I just hope that my clothes don't get my blood splattered on my clothes after I finish with the deadly task that I have to undertake. I can hear my the metal spurs on...
Hotel Heiress: Cancun Hotel Heiress Valerie Masters On One Night Stands:"Hotels are the perfect spot for them. People will assume you're already lovers. But always make sure it's a grand hotel and done in style"..... It's like opening an envelope of dirty photos you don't want anyone to see. When I look back on the summer of '93 when I was twenty-one and...