When friends ask when you are going to have children...
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Flat Tire
I was on my way to his house when I started feeling a consistent thump on the rear right side of my car. I pulled over next to the cemetery and got out - flat tire. I had never fixed a flat tire so I sat on the curb for a minute and called my … Continue reading Flat Tire
Crystal Store Tyrant
We grew up catholic for a chunk of my childhood which fortunately ended after my mom slept with our priest. Due to guilt and some loose traditions that still have their ways with my family, a few of my siblings still baptize their children in the catholic church. My oldest brother called and asked me … Continue reading Crystal Store Tyrant
“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
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