It was her wedding day. She should have been thrilled but she couldn't help worrying that something might go wrong. What if Jerome's ex crashed the wedding? What if she showed up and made a nasty scene? He had broken up with her many weeks ago and she could well imagine how that must have …
A New Lease on Life
Some years ago, I was down in the dumps because I found out that my girlfriend, Rachel was cheating on me. I was hurt and livid. After I tore into her, I left her flat and drove for how long, I don't remember. I was tempted to go to a bar and get plastered but …
Sports, University & Christmas
"That was a fantastic game," Ede said. "I mean look at the way those guys were all over the field and how they...." Her eyes were dancing as she talked. Hank wondered if she had any idea of how beautiful she looked at that moment. They were back at the community center. He had another …
Christmas & Wedding Plans
"Are you still upset from your run in with Brody?" Joe asked Kalisha. "No, I'm not upset anymore. I just wish he and other people would mind their own business and leave us alone." "I guess they just can't accept our relationship." "Because of our age difference?" "Yes." "Why can't they just accept that we …
Touring Sicily
So, I'm at the back of the hotel, leaning against a ladder waiting for Rey to join. He went back up to the room to get his camcorder. Today, we're going on a tour of Sicily. I'm so excited. Can't wait to see the sights. There are still moments when I still can't believe that …
Another Evening With Paul
"Are you sorry about what happened between us last night?" Paul asked Nita. They were in his office. It was five-thirty. The rest of the staff had left for the day. "No. Are you?" "No. Have dinner with me again tonight." "All right." "This time at my place. We'll order in." "Sounds good to me. …
Rain, Rain, Don’t Go Away
I wasn’t feeling blue anymore. The soft pitter patter of the rain, quieted my soul. Pressing against the window, I watched as it fell softly on the ground. He was gone but, I was going to be okay. 38 Words This was written for the Weekend Writing Prompt by Sammi Cox. For instructions, click Here. Also …
Dinner & Dessert
Nita debated whether or not to tell Paul about her run in with Angie but decided to keep it to herself. No sense in spoiling their evening together. They were having dinner at Ruth's Chris Steak House. She had never been there before but had heard good things about it. It was a comfortable atmosphere …
A Day in Ouidah
Ede was looking out the window when she saw Hank drive up. Immediately her heart began to beat faster. "Pastor Hank is here," she told her grandmother. "Good. I'm looking forward to meeting him." Ede went to answer the door. Hank's face broke into big smile when he saw her. "Good morning, Pastor Hank." "Good …
The Face-Off
Nita was on her way to Mayfaire shopping mall when she ran into Angie. Great, she thought to herself. So much for this being the perfect day. Her grip tightened on the handle of her handbag as she watched the young woman approach. "Hello, Angie," she greeted her when she reached her. Angie walked up …
Notes to Women 