My head pounded from the scotch when he called me at dawn. I wished it were one of those mornings that I woke still drunk, thinking I’d fooled the booze. Not today. "I’ve fallen in love with someone," his voice was deep and stern. As if this hangover couldn’t get worse. I thought about rather … Continue reading Scotch
Category: GRIEF
Xanax Mom
I wasn't surprised when I heard she'd burnt down the house. She's been on Xanax for as long as I can remember. I sat in the waiting room while they looked up her room number, she only suffered minor injuries. My neighbor saw smoke and carried her out of the house before it completely went … Continue reading Xanax Mom
“Pro-Life” Crack Head
“Melissa, are you listening? It’s procedure that we have an answer to this question.” Her hair was tight, she looked exhausted in her wrinkled scrubs. Crocks, she was wearing crocks. I hate crocks. Nurse's choice for comfort. Nurses need as much comfort as possible I thought, they have hard jobs. I had completely zoned out. … Continue reading “Pro-Life” Crack Head
Small Town Shit
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
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
CONVERSATIONS WITH ASSHOLES 