The Old Catalyst

Down the coast at the Old Catalyst, Kristie walked into the bar and ordered a beer. “Can I see your ID?” the bartender asked.  She pulled out her passport and offered it to him as proof that she was in fact twenty-two. “I need to see a California Drivers’ License,” the bartender insisted. “I’ve been… Continue reading The Old Catalyst

The Massage

She felt like she was due for a massage.  She had been working out like a demon and had lost a bunch of weight.  She was in her prime, well-muscled and strong in both body and spirit. The kids were still in school , so she had a couple of hours.  She picked up the… Continue reading The Massage

Troubles

Mrs. Dee had a beautiful garden.  Her whole back yard was landscaped in rows of beautiful vegetables; greens, tomatoes, squash, beans, onions, corn, and sunflowers.  She had a cement run for her black Cocker Spaniel, “Troubles.”  She also had rooms to rent. She took in boarders to help maintain her retirement.  Mrs. Dee was cheerful… Continue reading Troubles