Category: Season

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

Empire City Pizza And Aundrea’s Snickerdoodles Carol handed her coat to Aundrea. “This place is so cozy.” “It took a while to come together on a style.” She looked around. “Place was a serious man-cave when we got married.” “I … Continue readingEmpire City Pizza And Aundrea’s Snickerdoodles

Trouble In The Christmas Village? Ryan ducked behind an inflatable Santa. ‘Is she following me?’ He peeked around the red vinyl to find her standing under the mistletoe, arguing with that pesky redhead. ‘Good, she’s distracted. Got to find Earl … Continue readingTrouble In The Christmas Village?

Deep Fried Ice Cream And The Mistletoe “Wow.” Trilby said. “Deep fried ice cream?” “That’s a thing?” Marta asked. Meghan turned to find the two friends gawking at her. “Hey, girls. Having a nice time?” “We were.” Trilby’s head drooped. … Continue readingDeep Fried Ice Cream And The Mistletoe

Laurel Ridge Christmas Village “What are you looking for?” Marta asked. “Not sure, really.” Trilby stared at the collection of handmade baubles. “Something nice for our tree, maybe.” “Our tree.” Marta shook her head. “You’re so domesticated.” “What’s wrong with … Continue readingLaurel Ridge Christmas Village

Black Friday In Laurel Ridge 11/24/2023 Ryan was sweeping up around the food trailers as the sun came up. The streets department had been at it since the early hours. Hanging more decorations, testing the piped-in music and cleaning up … Continue readingBlack Friday In Laurel Ridge