A Mysterious Non-Fictitious Pseudonym

(A Hundred Word Plus Narrative) I sat at my typewriter and relished the satisfaction of typing the last sentence of my manuscript. The mental imagery of the previous few hours, and actually, the last few months, was suddenly evoking feelings of joy and optimism, in contrast to the original feelings of frustration and uncertainty. This…

Cheering at the Crack of Dawn

It’s the all-too-familiar sound recognized by those enamored with the pastime. Fans eagerly join in “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” during the seventh-inning stretch. I eagerly join in the deafening cheers after hearing another crack of the bat, followed by another scored run.

Tapping with Love

I ponder the audacity of venturing into a foggy void that, while unknown initially, is expectedly treacherous and, perhaps, unforgiven. Yet, I choose to proceed.

Windowsill Collection

The items on the windowsill, next to my home office desk, could be considered a collection of various interests, past and present, reflecting trendiness, spirituality, and enjoyable hobbies and creating nostalgia.

Sacrifices with No Regrets

The sacrifices I have made in life are many. With many more years I hope to see, I anticipate there will be many more sacrifices to make.

Bottoms Up

The curved, green-tinted glass pitcher is front and centered on the counter. It’s an attractive, quintessential display for any kitchen. However, unlike its usual, flavorful liquids, consuming its current, yellowish solution is formidable.