A bunch of them were living in a classic modern middle class neighborhood. The students had rented a three bedroom house and were sharing as young people often do when they’re trying to get established, go to school, work, and hustle. Someone scored some Peyote and everyone was up for trying it. They prepared the… Continue reading Nice Trip
The Hill
She jumped into her car and headed down the hill. On her left the glistening Pacific Ocean beckoned. On her right she was avoiding the pitfalls of ditches and gullies carved out of the winding dirt road. She smiled when she saw some of Marianna’s long horned cattle, and she frowned when she saw the pile… Continue reading The Hill
SBD’s
“Oh My God!” Kristie declared in disgust. “What have you done? Is there a mess in your drawers?” Jack laughed, “Silent, but deadly!” Kristie got out the air freshener and doused the room liberally. The spray really had no effect. “You outta name that one, since it seems like it’s gonna be with us awhile.”… Continue reading SBD’s
Hippie Houses
In college towns back in the day big houses were shared by multiple couples or individuals trying to get through school or just eek out a living. These houses dubbed “Hippie Houses” existed all over town. “Room for Rent” was a common hand made poster you’d find on a telephone pole or a bulletin board… Continue reading Hippie Houses
Hippie Kids
The children of the counter-culture breeding became little half nude toddlers who were breast fed, wore real cotton diapers, and tie-dyed baby clothes. They had names like Rainbow, Luna, Bright Skye, and Red Dirt. They gathered together as their moms went about raising them. The kids formed their own unit attending day care, play groups,… Continue reading Hippie Kids