Holiday
Peppermint Christmas Kiss
Approaching the Christmas tree, enchanted with sparkles and kaleidoscopic illuminations, he paused, inhaling the warm cinnamon and ginger-scented embraces. Winter Wonderland had arrived early, casting its magical essence within the confines of the medieval castle walls, transporting the busy festive shoppers to a fairy tale existence. For a fleeting and cheerful moment, they shifted from the mundane modern world into an era wrapped in joyous tradition.
By Isabella Rose7 months ago in Fiction
"JOSE, MARIA & TODDLER REBECCA"
Jose and Maria were a young homeless couple with a toddler girl named Rebecca. They had been homeless for a year, after they lost their jobs and their apartment due to the pandemic. They had tried to rent a new apartment, but they had no luck finding a place to stay. They had no money, no credit, no references. Their IDs had been stolen, so they had no documents to prove their identity. They had tried to report their stolen documents to the police but were turned away like they were less than human due to being homeless and their nationality.
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli 7 months ago in Fiction
Passing of the Reins
My Uncle’s letter told me to meet him at 325 Ambrosia Way, a beautiful three-story mansion on the outskirts of town. Not seeing his car, when I pulled up, I debated getting out or staying in the car to wait for him when I noticed the front door opening. So I got out of the car and walked towards the entrance, not once seeing anyone around the place as I went.
By Mother Combs7 months ago in Fiction
Kids Giving
Elijah, Demetri and Kendrick are walking home from school ready to start their Thanksgiving vacation. “I can’t wait to get my hands on that fried turkey” Elijah said enthusiastically. “Don’t you mean your tastebuds?” Demetri responded sarcastically. “You know what I’m talking about, Metri. This food is about to be SMACK!!! Ain’t that right, Kendrick?” Kendrick was looking across the street distracted by what met his eyes. “K-dot! What you lookin’ at?” Elijah asked. “Y’all see him over there?” Kendrick asked.
By Joe Patterson7 months ago in Fiction
The Boarding Pass
I stood in line and pressed my fingers together then bent my hands at the knuckle pulling palms apart, stretching the tight ligaments and muscles around my metacarpals. One by one I stretched each finger, pausing only to grab my suitcase and move forward a step or two each time the queue progressed. I watched the wave of slow but constant movement through the line of people, the perpetual forward motion serpentined in a way that looked almost melodic. I massaged the palm of my hands then rolled my shoulders and neck, sighing with the subtle release of tension. I reached the end of the queue and handed my passport to the TSA agent, who scanned it intently, then said gruffly, “Why Christmas in Pennsylvania?”
By A. Crossan7 months ago in Fiction
An Unsentimental Christmas Celebration
In a world steeped in the sentimental glow of twinkling lights, warm embraces, and the ever-present jingle of holiday tunes, there exists a space for those who dare to celebrate Christmas with a touch of realism—an Unsentimental Christmas Celebration. Amid the festive frenzy, where sentimentality often reigns supreme, this alternative approach beckons with a promise of simplicity, practicality, and an unfiltered view of the holiday season.
By Ali Raza (Story Bard)7 months ago in Fiction