My name is Arthur, and this is a story about a night that changed everything for me. It’s a true story, one that I’ll never forget, and it happened when I was just 19 years old in the 1990s. I’ve known my best friend Mike since high school, and we’ve been inseparable ever since. We…
I’m still smiling as I recall that chance encounter by the beach that led me to Michelle’s doorstep. It was a beautiful May evening, and I had just finished a 5-mile run, feeling invigorated and eager to unwind. As I made my way to my truck, I noticed a car with the hood propped up,…
As I stood on the tee box, my mind wandered back to the golf courses I’d left behind on the West Coast. The crowded fairways and expensive greens were a far cry from the serene beauty of my new favorite course, a masterpiece of design that wound its way through the canyons and plateaus of…
It was a sweltering summer afternoon, the kind that made you want to stay in the pool all day. My friend Dave and I had decided to head to the mall, trying to escape the heat and the monotony of our daily routine. We had been friends since freshman year, and it was great to…
Cut class was becoming a regular thing for Carly and me, and I was more than happy to oblige her. We’d sneak out of the school building, laugh, and joke about how we were “slackers.” But little did I know, this particular afternoon would be the start of something much more exciting. It was a…
My new life with Blue had been nothing short of extraordinary, and I’d grown accustomed to the unconventional nature of our relationship. It wasn’t long before I settled into a cozy little house with a secure, fenced-in backyard, perfectly suited for my gentle giant. During a routine visit to my veterinarian, Dr. Andrea, I couldn’t…
It was good to be home, the warm glow of the sun peeking through the windows welcomed me back, and my place looked perfect, a reflection of my renewed spirit. I made a list for the party tomorrow and headed to the shops, determined to stock up on the essentials for a fun-filled afternoon. The…
It’s a story I’ve been meaning to share for years, one that still sends a spark through my veins. It was a time before I met my wife, Carol, in 1978, and a year before that, my friend Ron and I bought a used boat – a 1962 Chris Craft. We paid $800 for it,…
Joey was the kind of guy who always had a smile for everyone, and would do anything to make you happy. He was a bit of an enigma, a friendly nice guy who seemed to effortlessly win people over. But there was something more to Joey, something that he kept hidden beneath his charming facade….
As the plane touched down at O’Hare, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of excitement and trepidation. I was headed to Chicago, and then on to Iowa to see an old friend, and occasional lover, Linda. It had been four years since we last saw each other, and I wasn’t sure if we still…