Skyler jogged to catch up with her older brother, Ty, and asked, “Why can’t I see him?” “Because.” “Why not?” Skyler’s legs kept a steady speed in order to keep up with Ty. “Would you slow down and answer my question.” Ty halted and turned his head toward Skyler. “That horse doesn’t concern you. I’m…
Short Story Tuesdays: This Crazy Teenage Life
Bethany Bell’s Journal June 16th 2004 This is outrageous! Why would they want to move? Our whole life is set here. My friends, my school. Kate and I’ve been besties since kindergarten; now we're going to live miles apart. This is not fair! June 28th 2004 The moving truck arrives in two weeks. We’re slowly…
Short Story Tuesdays: Goats and Late Mornings

Chirp. Chirp. Maria shifted in her bed as she opened her eyes. Dawn was nearly here; already the birds were wide awake and singing their very best. She blinked a couple of times before she could see the faint light. Their family baled alfalfa till late in the night, they finally laid down to sleep…