It was the town I grew up in, a small town called Comfort. Comfort. What a load of shit. There's nothing here for me anymore. Purposefully forgotten friends, family moved and the only reason I'm back in this piece of shit is to take care of an old speeding ticket. My plan was to show … Continue reading Small Town Shit
Author: Mel Moralez
Tejana Writer + Medium
Dog Park Nazi
I squatted on the edge of a rock, smoking and looking at the water. My dog off-leash beside me, smelling the air. The sunset was beautiful. My hands were cold. I put on my gloves while the smoke burned my eyes. I bent forward and squeezed them shut. It was nice to be alone. Actually … Continue reading Dog Park Nazi
Marriage Vol. 1
It had been months since I'd slept with him. Hell, we haven't even talked in weeks. It's true that no matter who you marry, they inevitably become a gaping wound that disgusts you. I went to the grocery store on my way home and picked up some wine to share with him. I guess you … Continue reading Marriage Vol. 1
No Time for Sexism
I was late and traffic was terrible. It was backed up only a few blocks from my house which is a bit abnormal for my neighborhood. I've learned to calm myself during these moments because they come so often in this growing city and honestly, what the fuck else am I going to do? Be … Continue reading No Time for Sexism
Brave Woman and Pakistani Store Owner…
I was walking to the store when he slammed on his brakes at the sight of me and rolled down the window. He whistled and made kissing noises and I screamed "Fuck off!" If you're a woman you know this is just an average Monday morning. I've heard the argument "Why aren't you just flattered, … Continue reading Brave Woman and Pakistani Store Owner…
Lover Fuck Off
I loved you from the day we met. So well-read, cynical, my type. I decided to take you up on a date once we were both eventually single.We went to my neighborhood bar. It's a fancy place, dark, nice cocktails, and beautiful staff. You looked at me as though you wanted to eat me alive. … Continue reading Lover Fuck Off
Personal Assistant
I've been out of a job for 3 months. I got fired from a juice bar for stealing a vegan energy bar. They caught me on camera. My parents cut me off 3 months ago on my 18th birthday, which is why I got the job in the first place. It lasted 3 days. I … Continue reading Personal Assistant
CONVERSATIONS WITH ASSHOLES 