Twenty-7-Eleven – Chapter 25: Too Late
Tae was strolling through the park. He must enjoy torturing himself. He had recently walked by the restaurant where Tia had gazed longingly at Jin. Tae’s heart broke every time he recalled it. Why,…
My Eldest Son – Chapter 27: A Mountain of Marshmallows
Just then the doorbell rings. I glance at Janna as I raise my eyebrows.“It’s Lyric. He said he was going to come hang out after he dropped Melody at home.” She stands up,…
My Eldest Son – Chapter 26: Can I Have Some Whipped Cream with My First Love?
When Janna enters the kitchen a few minutes later, she finds the three of us enjoying cups of hot cocoa as we sit around the table together. I am thankful to…
My Eldest Son – Chapter 25: Rejected!
Meanwhile, my daughter is experiencing her own drama at the school. As the dance is winding down, Janna twirls around the floor with Lyric when he notices his sister returning alone…
Winter Bear
“You were born on a cold winter’s day just as the snowflakes kissed the frozen ground. The first time I saw your face, when they set you in my arms, you…
My Eldest Son – Chapter 24: Sweet Sacrifice
Kookie stands for a moment with his heart in his eyes as he gazes down at the bent head of the girl who he finally realizes he loves. But she misses…
Twenty-7-Eleven – Chapter 24: Arroz con Pollo with a Chocotorta on the Side
Jin whistled to himself as he made an inventory of the supplies in Julieta’s kitchen. He was getting ready to prepare a delicious meal for her. She had all the ingredients to…
My Eldest Son – Chapter 23: Epiphany
Emmie is standing in my kitchen, her tears blending with the raindrops on her face. Her hair is plastered to her forehead; her glasses are fogged up. I can’t even see her…
Twenty-7-Eleven – Chapter 23: The Truth Untold
“Julieta! Enough is enough! I spent all morning looking everywhere for you! I went to your work. I walked around the park. I visited the coffeeshop. I went by your favorite restaurant. You had me so worried!”…
My Eldest Son – Chapter 22: Coming Home
I stand at the picture window in our living room and watch as Kookie escorts Melody outside to my van. Then my chivalrous son opens the car door for her before…