The black cocktail dress was cliché but appropriate. Dena thumbed the pearls fastened around her neck as she sighed, and looked towards the full length mirror. She didn’t want to go but forced herself to oblige her husband. She met him at the venue since he was coming directly from the hospital. Words the doctor slung … Continue reading
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6. Dashing Through Red Ribbons
So…I’m not one to brag but I used to be a track star. When I ran I was in a zone. That zone propelled me past my competitors on light feet. After the first 300 meters I really hit my stride and glided down the last straightaway. The form and coolness in my clenching muscles … Continue reading
4. Hazy Eyed Gwen Stefani Pompadour
I wasn’t exactly looking forward to it. I decided to go against my better judgment. My company is young and fresh out of college. I’m the oldest in my department. It’s really nice being managed by a woman four years my junior. (Do you detect the sarcasm?) Last year the wine spilled all night. That … Continue reading