A Lighthouse Story by Sparrow It was a flashback, a glimpse of memory that flooded one’s mind momentarily. At the lighthouse, there lived an old lady who took care of the place; she would plow the land and cut the weeds. She would sweep the floors, wash walls, and even the sidewalk streets. All […]
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Stepping Into the Unknown By Julianne Victoria Aimee couldn’t take it anymore. Life in this place had been nothing but misery for her, full of abusive relationships and friends who were too selfish to ever lend a hand. And then there was the financial burden that her ex had put her in. “No more!” she’d […]
The Vegetable Drawer Story By Julianne Victoria The vegetable drawer in the refrigerator had never been used. The white plastic was as bright as it was when it was new, nearly thirty years ago. Unless you opened up the drawer, you wouldn’t know it. There were food stains from defrosting meat, jams and jellies, mayo, and […]
Every Dog Has Its Day – a short story By K. Subramanian A poor family is not welcome, especially in the village, where the neighbourhood is closely knit. When Suma and her husband rented a hut and came to our next door, my wife was plainly upset. I tried to console her. ‘We are quite […]