Category: Carol’s Christmas

The Chief Will See You Now Carol stepped into the bakery. The scents of holiday spice danced around the storefront. Phyllis was sliding a tray of cupcakes into the display cabinet. “Hey, Carol, be right with you.” “No hurry, Phyl.” … Continue readingThe Chief Will See You Now

Vingt Américain “So, what’s the plan?” Ryan looked over Bob’s shoulder. “Okay, so this one is going to be an arts and crafts workshop. Storyteller’s theater over there. Christmas cookie workshop over there. Santa’s photo studio and some other stuff … Continue readingVingt Américain

That Kiss 11/27/2023 Carol squinted at her phone. ‘7:15? So much for sleeping in.’ She swept to answer. “Maggie?” “Happy Cyber Monday, Carol. Take a peek at the photo I sent you and call me back.” “Maggie?” The line had … Continue readingThat Kiss

Phase II “Hey, kid.” Bob called out. “Can you give me a hand with this?” Ryan jogged over to the truck. “What can I do for you?” “This is a two-man deal. Grab that handle and we’ll slide it out.” … Continue readingPhase II

Did You Break My Superhero Already? 11/26/2023 Carol was shivering. There were not enough layers to protect her from the late autumn chill this morning. “Are you next?” Sarah asked. “Next for what?” “They’re dropping like flies. Even Paul couldn’t … Continue readingDid You Break My Superhero Already?

Megaman Is Not Okay “Megaman!” A man in the blini line waved. Paul took a deep breath and headed down to meet him. “Hey there!” “My nephew is such a huge fan of yours.” “Wow, thanks.” Megaman smiled. “What’s his … Continue readingMegaman Is Not Okay

He Looks Like He Needs A Hug “Good morning.” Sarah smiled. “I’ve got fresh markers if you need them.” “Oh, great. I left mine at Jeb’s place. I’m glad you’ve got my back.” He said with a weary smile. “Are … Continue readingHe Looks Like He Needs A Hug

Paul Had Kind Of A Rough Night 11/25/2023 Carol rolled over to squint at her phone. “Jeb?” “Hey, Paul had kind of a rough night. Can I bring him over around ten?” “Oh, I’m sorry to hear that.” She rubbed … Continue readingPaul Had Kind Of A Rough Night

Hey, Ryan. Trouble Sleeping? Greg wandered into the kitchen with a bowl and spoon. “Hey, Ryan. Trouble sleeping?” “Always.” He was sitting at the table with a mug of warm milk. “Want to jog around the social hall until you … Continue readingHey, Ryan. Trouble Sleeping?

I Can Lurk Under The Mistletoe With The Best Of Them Sarah pulled onto the rough country lane. “That was crazy.” She flicked on her high beams. “This is crazy. It’s so dark out here, I can’t see anything.” She … Continue readingI Can Lurk Under The Mistletoe With The Best Of Them