I have an odd relationship with this piece. Like most of my stories, I wrote this years ago, had it workshopped once, then let it sit. I tried revising it a year ago but didn't get really far. Then I signed up for a short story workshop and knew this was the piece to work … Continue reading The Hitchhiker
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The First of the Month
This is apparently the year of short shorts for my writing. They are easy and fun to write, and I'm getting all of them published, which is, of course, fantastic! I received some nice comments on this one already, and there's a chance that I will get paid for it. They select certain stories to … Continue reading The First of the Month
New Old Name, Identical Unique Personality
As of one hour ago, I officially have a new name. Well, more accurately, I officially have my old name back. I left my ex-husband over seven years ago, but until about two years ago, I didn't want to go back to my maiden name. My acquired surname was too cool. I liked it for … Continue reading New Old Name, Identical Unique Personality
Flash Fiction: A Jamaican Proposal
Sun on a dirt path, rutted by large tractor wheels, bronzes our bare arms. We are the only tourists in the jitney to the waterfall at this early hour. When we arrive, our guide, Clive, greets us and we ascend to the first cascade. Under Clive’s direction, we pose beneath the plummeting water, on the … Continue reading Flash Fiction: A Jamaican Proposal
Jennifer A Swallow 