"Hello, Selene," "Hello, Professor Moore." "I need to ask you a personal question. You can tell me to my face that it's none of my business." Curious now, she asked, "What's the question?" "Are you dating anyone?" After she recovered from her surprise, she shook her head and replied, "No, I'm not dating anyone." "Do …
Movie, Porridge & The First Kiss
Dushan stood up and pulled on his coat over his denim shirt and jeans. It was time to head down to the JW3 Center where he was meeting Chioma. They were going to see the movie, Mothering Sunday. He was really looking forward to seeing her again. He grabbed his wallet and keys. After locking …
Missed Opportunity…Not
“I knew it was a mistake letting him run off to Africa like that.” “Whom are you talking about, Mother?” “Hank. He called his mother yesterday.” “Oh. How’s he doing?” “Never mind that. It’s your fault, you know.” “What’s my fault?” “That he’s fallen for some African girl half his age.” Ashley stared at her. …
Hank on the Beach
It was after six in the evening. Hank was relaxing on the beach enjoying the cool sea breeze and the sunshine. He wondered if he would hear from Ede. He hadn't been able to stop thinking about her since they met on Friday. As he walked past the store, he noticed her standing behind the …
Dinner with Terrell
I kept telling him that he was too young for me although I was extremely attracted to him but he persisted and that made me feel good. The way he looked at me made me shiver with delight. He was a fine specimen and I was tempted to take him up on his offer which …
Fast Friends
Photo Prompt by Penny Gadd They came here on hot summer days. It was their special place. Fast friends since childhood and inseparable well into young adulthood. Neither was interested in dating. “What do I need a boyfriend for when I have you?” she said once before she ran into the water, laughing. He chased …
What a Ride
Photo by Lisa Fox I wasn’t interested in Harley-Davidson or in any of their bikes but still, I was there at the museum with Roger who was mooning over them. He was as enamored with them as I was with him. His eyes lit up as he looked at each display. He knew everything there …
Jason Goes to Karine
On Friday, instead of going straight to his apartment, he went to Karine's. He rang the doorbell. This time she answered. She seemed startled to see him. "Hello, Jason," she said. "Hello, Karine," he replied. "We need to talk." She was wearing the same top she was wearing the last time they spoke. His heart …
Michelle Makes a Move
Jason sat in his office, thinking about Karine. Last evening he had stopped by her place to see her but when he rang the doorbell, there was no answer. Perhaps she was working late. Disappointed, he returned to his flat. All night, he thought about what had transpired between them yesterday morning. He had been …
Audra’s Love Life
"Why don't you date black men?" Yolanda demanded. "Every time I try to set you up with one, you're not interested." "I'm not attracted to black men, Yolanda." "Why not? There are so many fine looking black single men out there." "I can't help that I'm not attracted to them." "What kind of men are …
Notes to Women 