My journal of big words and pretty pictures
The story so far… Old Wives’ Tale The other caravan women noticed the dark purple bruise on Amelia’s cheek. It wasn’t the first time she showed signs of Charles' hand on her pale skin. None of them offered her solace, lest their men put them in their place too. There must have been something she did … Continue reading Red flowers for love
The story so far... Old Wives' Tale Scully’s had been a local hang-out since my parents were dating. Still family owned, it was wasn’t a teenage favorite any longer, but the Gen-X and Baby Boomer crowds remained loyal. Furnished in rustic barn decor, it looked the same as the last time I was there, nearly … Continue reading First date
The story so far... Old Wives' Tale The little girls, now awake and mewing, tried to lift their heads to search for their mother. She was softly singing a lullaby her mother sang to her. The way the babies were joined, just below their fifth rib, they always held each other in a close embrace. Now, awake and … Continue reading Damage control
The story so far... Old Wives' Tale Casper stayed outside with me while Marshall and Doc Simon inspected the abandoned bones. "Thank you, Casper,” I said. “Neither of us would have ever said anything without your interference. “You two belong together, and it’s been too long,” Casper punched me lightly on the arm. “Don’t screw … Continue reading Family portrait
The story so far... Old Wives' Tale I found my old friend standing beside his department truck, finishing up a phone call. “Yeah, out at the old Arness place,” he said. “That’s right, Roxie bought the property and is refurbishing the house. I need you out here right away, and bring your crime scene stuff.” … Continue reading Save a dance for me
The story so far... Old Wives' Tale “Show me.” That was the only thing Mason said when Casper told him about what he and his crew found in the old house. As he strode up the back porch steps, letting the kitchen screen door slam shut behind him, I took Casper by the arm. “What … Continue reading Love you like a brother
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