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My eyes shut and beyond my power, am I sedated? I was without a clue where I was or why I was here. My hearing was picking up voices, distant at first but now clearer. “Ben is showing signs of … Continue reading →

“Welcome back Mrs Baker, your friend is just over there.” The waitress took my coat and pointed toward the table next to the tall glass window. The October mist was restricting the view across the bay. Carol is not going … Continue reading →

Lesson 13 Lynne’s eyes felt as if they should open, but that was too much effort. She was restricted, not restrained, but there was a tube taped to and up her nose, one to her neck and one on the … Continue reading →

“Annabelle,” Mum’s voice drew me out of my book with a jerk. “Come, zip me up, please.” I stood and walked, listening to my hollow footfall as I past the bathroom door to the back bedroom in our caravan. Mum … Continue reading →

It’s Saturday evening, the TV is on, and the nearly empty Thai containers lay strewn across the coffee table. There are fewer moving boxes than before, but a dozen or so remain, waiting to be unpacked. That particular task will … Continue reading →

My sixth date with Marilyn is this evening, we really hit it off in college. I cleaned and polished my black 2020 Mustang for this visit with her family. She stays with me in the library after class, sharing her … Continue reading →

I was nauseous after my meeting with Vera, our new boss. I circled the office looking busy, but really looking for my trusted friend Alex who was working on his slides when I edged up close. “My first meeting with … Continue reading →

I cut it off two months ago. Regina was getting into my business, asking questions. Where does a bank employee get money for Vegas? How can you afford a new car? Then she wants a bigger diamond on her finger. … Continue reading →