Originally written in October of 2010. This is an attempt at an original story about Superman. Hopefully, this won't get me into too much trouble with DC Comics, who owns Superman and all related characters. I also hope I don't get into too much trouble with other comic book geeks. The sun was shining brightly … Continue reading Harvest
Fiction
Flashback
Originally written in October of 2010... He sat alone in his apartment with the lights off and the late night news on. He sat on the sofa in the soft glow on the television as the anchorwoman began reading the story about him. Calvin Locke wasn't the kind of guy who liked to get a … Continue reading Flashback
Cubicle Crush, Part III
Originally written in September of 2010... Alex was surprised at how deserted the interstate seemed to be. He was only surprised because of how close to Christmas they now were. However, it was nearly 10pm. Maybe the majority of the holiday travelers had decided to call it a night. He couldn't help but laugh at … Continue reading Cubicle Crush, Part III
Faith
Originally written in August of 2010... Caleb's hand trembled as he put the bottle to his lips. He was shaking so much that a part of him was scared he would drop the bottle. Another part of him didn't care. That part would be just as content with watching the glass shatter as with drinking … Continue reading Faith
Dangerous
The girl ran as fast as her feet would carry her over the uneven ground. She knew that her unseen assailant was not far behind. She knew that looking back would cause her to slow down, but she wanted to see how much of a lead she had on the Bad Man. Was it a … Continue reading Dangerous
The View
My view isn't a great one. I sit at this desk and I stare at this computer. Day in and day out. This is the life I've chosen to lead. I take that back. This is the life I lead due to the choices I've made. That sounds a little more accurate. This is the … Continue reading The View
Another Innocuous Super Power
Not long ago, I brought you the story of Park-Man, the man with the uncanny ability to always find a great parking space. Today I bring you the story of the guy that can always make the perfect mix of music for any given situation. He called himself Mix Tape Man. He knew that, these … Continue reading Another Innocuous Super Power
Life Swap
Originally written in June of 2010... This is not my life. He thought that over and over again as he sat across the table from the beautiful girl that was offering him a phenomenal job. Two days ago, out of the blue, Devon got a call asking him to meet Angela Harper for lunch at … Continue reading Life Swap
Birth
Originally written in June of 2010... Jim wasn't in the delivery room when his only son was born. In fact, as Lara, his wife, gave birth to their first child, Jim wasn't even in the same country. Instead, he was half a world away, waiting anxiously to receive a phone call letting him know that … Continue reading Birth
Mess
Originally written in June of 2010... "This is just a mess," said Ellie as she stared at the painting. Tom just scoffed at her comment and said, "No, it isn't! The artist is clearly expressing his anger in this one!" Tom was doing a really good job of trying to make it sound like he … Continue reading Mess