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Tag Archives: Relationships
Writing Up A Blizzard
“Are you prepared for the big storm?” Holly asked before taking a sip of her coffee. It was Sunday, a large snowstorm was barreling towards them, but the best friends were calmly seated on their favorite bench next to the … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story, Snow Day
6 Comments
A Person of Higher Interest
“I went to the bank yesterday…” Aaron started to tell his story. It was Sunday and a snowstorm was due to arrive later in the day. While the best friends sat on their favorite bench next to the river, ominous … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged banking, best friends, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story
8 Comments
A Midwinter Night’s Dream
It wasn’t much as far as dreams go. However, when I woke up and realized it had only been a dream, I wanted to cry. Because it had been about her. As much as I want to, I rarely dream … Continue reading
Posted in Love
Tagged Broken Heart, dating, Dreams, feelings, loneliness, Love, Modern Philosopher, Relationships
9 Comments
The Blackout Before Christmas
Twas the day before Christmas, Santa comes in one day, And the best friends were meeting, Instead of on Sunday… “What happened last night is all the proof I need that Santa Claus exists,” Aaron declared before chugging half of … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Humor
Tagged blackout, Christmas, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Santa Claus, Sarcasm, satire, short story
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Oh By Gosh By Golly
“I have a fun suggestion for the holiday season, but I need you to keep an open mind,” Holly instructed. It was the Sunday before Christmas. It had been snowing one and off since Friday afternoon, so the best friends … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Humor
Tagged best friends, Christmas, flash fiction, Humor, Mistletoe and Holly, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story
10 Comments
Now You Know Too Much
“Do you think it’s possible to be too intelligent?” Aaron asked before he took a long sip of his Snapple. It was the Sunday after Thanksgiving and the best friends were still digesting leftovers as they sat on their favorite … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, detectives, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story, writing
9 Comments
Introverted Pilgrim Shenanigans
“Why must you be so stubborn?” Holly asked in frustration. “Why won’t you just come to Thanksgiving dinner at my parents’?” It was the Sunday before Thanksgiving and the best friends were engaged in a heated discussion while seated on … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor
Tagged flash fiction, Humor, introverts, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story, Thanksgiving
15 Comments
This Is The Way We Do Halloween
“Any special plans for Halloween?” Holly asked. It was the Sunday before Halloween, and the best friends were seated on their favorite bench next to the river. Since it was Maine, there was a sinister, yet fun vibe in the … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Humor
Tagged flash fiction, Halloween, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story, The Mandalorian
25 Comments
Will Vote For Donuts
“I did something yesterday that required me to wander outside my comfort zone, be social, and come out of my candy coated introvert’s shell,” Aaron boasted with a sly smile. It was Sunday in Maine, eight days before Halloween, and … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, Election Day, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story
8 Comments
The Gilligan Alternative
“I don’t really think Gilligan had it that bad,” Aaron remarked out of the blue. “In fact, I’d switch places with him in an instant.” It was Sunday and a perfect fall morning in Maine. The best friends were seated … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged best friends, flash fiction, Gilligan's Island, Humor, marooned, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire, short story
9 Comments