You tell them to wait because you want them to. “It’s better to wait,” you say. But it really isn’t better. The elders want you to wait, but did they? Probably not. Why do you think your mom is a hot thirty-two when you are sixteen? What time is best? Each person must decide what is… Continue reading Everyone Has Their Own Time
Psych Project
She was in her eighth grade year. Her social studies teacher, Mr. Miller, was working towards his Masters Degree in psychology. He needed a subject. Kristie was elected. He asked her privately if she would be willing to go through a series of tests, and take part in private sessions with him. He had already… Continue reading Psych Project
Flip Me Off
Go ahead, Flip Me Off. I’m so used to it, I don’t even flinch. It’s like, “Oh, hi.” I wave at whoever as if they have waved and said, “Hello.” I keep driving. “Fuck you!” he says and flips me off. “I hate you!” she says and at the time I know she means it.… Continue reading Flip Me Off
Marianna
“It’s been in the news lately,” Jack began … “What with that show Big Love, and a presidential candidate who is a Mormon…. So, who would you choose to be a second wife for us?” Kristie thinks about this for a minute and suggests their little mini poodle might make a good second. But she… Continue reading Marianna
Nature Boy
Whirling, dancing, shaking, bumping, twisting, thrusting… she loved the dance! She didn’t need a partner…. She was communicating with the music and the rhythm. Her jeans hung low on her hips – her low cut blue brocade blouse along with her bare feet gave her the freedom to move. She had flung her shoes off immediately… Continue reading Nature Boy