Kaveh knew that he did not handle rejection well. However, he felt that he could perhaps endure being let down gently. So, he did his best to obviously hint that he had a crush on Yuna without outright saying so to her face. He knew that she had a reputation for being kind and honest, … Continue reading Communication Required
The Optimistic Boss
By all rights, she should've been seething mad. Her assistant's blunder caused serious issues regarding scheduling, which would significantly reduce revenue. Yet, she wasn't mad. In fact, she cheerfully dealt with all the complications, confusing the anxious assistant. "But isn't this a bad thing?" the young fellow asked. "It could be. Or, we can take … Continue reading The Optimistic Boss
Ever Searching for Healthy Grass
He had dumped his life into one big, messy pile in the center of his small personal room. It was a surprisingly small amount of belongings in the end once he had sorted through what was truly significant and worth remembering, but it was still going to be a pain to fit them all neatly … Continue reading Ever Searching for Healthy Grass
A Snowy Sunday
It started out as a light flutter,nearly invisible against the grey sky as a few flakes fell upon the green grass The roads clean and black, barely even wet, as I drove down them to church We sing, read the text, then during the sermonmy eye happens to glance out the tall, narrow window that … Continue reading A Snowy Sunday
Drunk On Possibility
I have indulged in collecting A wide variety of choices I am drunk on possibility But I wander into the tavern And tell the barkeeper To pour me yet another option Decision stands waiting Just outside the tavern door A shadow cast through the window I linger longer inside A drinking game has begun I … Continue reading Drunk On Possibility
The New Building
The building was a remarkable feat of architecture, towering over the small figures standing at its base, and stood out dramatically compared to the rest of the city around it. The citizens had rushed out of their homes to observe it, and began talking in hushed whispers about what its presence, and the precedent it … Continue reading The New Building
The Rock Star’s Daughter
She lived her entire life in the shadow of her father. Always referenced, yet never personally spoken about. Her talent always eclipsed by whichever show he was performing next. Never famous enough to feel influential, but too famous to move elsewhere and reinvent herself. Courted by aspiring actors desperate for any claim to fame, or … Continue reading The Rock Star’s Daughter
Chosen Incorporated
Yo, yo, it’s me. If ya don’t know who I am, then hang up. Otherwise, leave your message after the beep! ~ Hello, this is Janine calling from Chosen Incorporated. We’re excited to inform you that you have been selected for our Teenage Hero program. Please return our call promptly to select your time slot … Continue reading Chosen Incorporated
A Wall of White
The snow bank barricades the houseA wall of white whispering threatsDefensively darting glares Towards any who would dare invadeFreezing fear into their heartsCross carefully if you foolishly dare Expect to be expelled uncermoniously The front door opens only for family The only spot where the snow still remains on my neighbour's property is directly in … Continue reading A Wall of White
Safely Concealed
Fog rests on the fieldThe forest beyond shrouded With mythical hazeHidden unicorns Peek out curiouslyAnd run in the mist Can you catch a glimpse Of dragons circling above Before it disperses?