Crazy Animals

“You’re doing great, babe,” I whispered. She shot me a quick smile, and then it was time. Time for everything we’d hoped for, worked for, […]

Year after year, he promised that we would go, but life always seemed to get in the way—work obligations, family matters, and an endless parade […]

But every trip was a reminder of how connected we were and how much we valued this time together. It was a break from our […]

“Play dumb. And I’ll take all the food. I’m ashamed to have such a big daughter-in-law. She’s too fat,” Noele continued, her voice dripping with […]

As the congregation dispersed, a laugh halted me in my tracks— a laugh hauntingly familiar. Turning around, I saw him. Richard’s silhouette was unmistakable, his […]

Then one day, Ethan came home, sweat dripping from his forehead. His shirt was soaked, and he looked like he’d been running for hours. “Ethan, […]

Gregory waved his hand dismissively. “Look at this, Cynthia,” he said, showing her the envelope he had found on their front porch. “There were car […]

“Everything okay?” I asked as we sat down. Fiona glanced up, startled. “Oh, yeah. Just checking something quick.” I nodded, trying to hide my disappointment. […]