Matty was an addict, no question about it. She was a high functioning addict who self medicated using a combination of street drugs as is often the norm among those living on the edge. She avoided being homeless by qualifying for public assistance due to a brain injury. She had other problems too, like the… Continue reading Functioning Addict
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Jumbo
“Jumbo,” she smiled. He was called that for a reason. In high school the guys in the locker room teased him mercilessly, “Hey Kielbasa! How you doin’ today?” “Hey, Tube Steak!” “Hey, Wiener man !” “How’z your hot dog stand?” “Have you got anything besides pig?” Then they all laughed good naturedly as males do… Continue reading Jumbo
No Show Today
She loved them all. Knew all their secrets, But chose not to perpetuate The Traditional Play of Many Acts! Produced by The Alcoholic, Directed by The Alcoholic, and… Starring The Alcoholic… Featuring major roles by The Scapegoat, The Enabler, and The Perfect One Supporting roles played by The Apple of His Eye, and… Oh, so… Continue reading No Show Today
Senior Picture
Kristie was wearing her favorite blue sweater and her mom’s gold mustard seed necklace. Her reddish blond hair was long and straight and her big blue eyes were expertly made up to match the sweater perfectly. She was lovely. She was excited to show her parents the proofs of her graduation pictures. They were sitting… Continue reading Senior Picture
France, Johnson, & Dick Curtis
France, Johnson, and Dick Curtis were friends throughout college and into the first decade of adulthood. Together the three of them did what many red blooded young men do while making their bones. They pursued an education, sought job opportunities, and looked for easy women to party with. Initially the young men had aspirations to… Continue reading France, Johnson, & Dick Curtis