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Off Beat in the Rain

Posted on May 15, 2022 by Austin

The rain had stopped, but the best friends had to wipe off their favorite bench before they could sit down and stare out at the river. Aaron sipped his Snapple while Holly took a long pull on her coffee.  He … Continue reading →

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The Undisputed Champions of Texas, Part 2

Posted on May 14, 2022 by Austin

“I learned chess in high school, but was never better than average,” Tex admitted.  “It’s been a long time since I’ve played.” Champ’s ancient face lit up in a smile.  “Champ will get you playing again.  Champ always needs new … Continue reading →

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Mow It Like You Own It

Posted on May 8, 2022 by Austin

“I meant to compliment you on your lovely dandelion garden,” Holly quipped as she squinted out at the river.  “I drove past your house the other day, and the your front lawn was simply exploding with color from all those … Continue reading →

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The Undisputed Champions of Texas, Part 1

Posted on May 7, 2022 by Austin

“You’re probably going to be the first one here every morning, so don’t lose those,” Maggie announced as she placed a set of keys on the bar. Maggie McGee’s, the bar that shared her name, reminded her of a church … Continue reading →

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Changing The Bulb

Posted on May 1, 2022 by Austin

It was the first Sunday of May.  The sun had returned, but the wind still refused to leave.  The best friends sat on their usual bench and soaked up the view of the river. “Do I have an undeniably positive … Continue reading →

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Feeling Funny

Posted on April 24, 2022 by Austin

“Any big plans for today?” Holly asked as she sipped her coffee and braced herself against the bitter wind. It was a Sunday in April, but it was still bitterly cold because that’s how the weather works in Maine.  The … Continue reading →

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The Return of the Zombie King

Posted on April 17, 2022 by Austin

“Happy Easter!” Aaron announced excitedly as he passed Holly a chocolate rabbit wrapped in gold foil. Holly’s beautiful face lit up and her checks blushed.  “Aaron!  You didn’t have to do this…” “I know and I almost didn’t,” he replied.  … Continue reading →

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No Need To Gloat

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Austin

The gathering storm clouds stared down angrily at the best friends, who simply ignored them and settled in on their favorite bench overlooking the river.  It was Sunday, and the threat of rain wasn’t going to keep them from weekly … Continue reading →

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Wind Blown

Posted on April 3, 2022 by Austin

It was a pleasant Sunday morning in Maine, and the best friends were seated on their favorite bench overlooking the river. “I’ve added a new entry to my Enemies List,” Aaron proclaimed after taking a drink of his Snapple. Holly … Continue reading →

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Who Was That Unmasked Man?

Posted on March 27, 2022 by Austin

Holly looked over at Aaron, and raised an eyebrow at the sight of the big, goofy grin on his face. “What’s that for?” she asked suspiciously. It was Sunday, the sun was shining, and it finally felt like Spring.  The … Continue reading →

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