The last time she saw him was Valentine’s Day, 2008. The day before the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 was… Read more Scenes From A Botched Consular Visit
Glutton For Pay
She was aware of her frame. And the proportions attached to it. Just as she knew everyone else was. She… Read more Glutton For Pay
The El Cortez Apartments
It wasn’t home. But it was a place to live. He didn’t intend to stay long. He never did. If… Read more The El Cortez Apartments
Your Library Card Is Expiring Soon
Dear Cardholder, As a New York Public Library cardholder, you already know that your library card is your key to… Read more Your Library Card Is Expiring Soon
A Factotum at the Factory
Like every outing, whether trivial or not, even the “simple” act of throwing oneself into the roulette-like fray of humanity… Read more A Factotum at the Factory
20(20) Ways to Leave Your Lover
She had been ruminating on it for months now. Weighing all the pros and cons of remaining with Ray versus… Read more 20(20) Ways to Leave Your Lover
The Corybantic Courier
It was the time of year when, all at once, everyone had a message or package to deliver. Something of… Read more The Corybantic Courier
The Shief (Sheet Thief)
He wanted her to stay when she came back. Didn’t want her to get any funny ideas about running again.… Read more The Shief (Sheet Thief)
Papa, Pigalle
In the beginning, he felt strangely about it. Picking up his daughter in the late morning, taking her around town… Read more Papa, Pigalle
The Obsolescence of Santa: Now Available in a Chair Near You
Andy had seen the change coming for the past decade. The kids were more and more weary about sitting on… Read more The Obsolescence of Santa: Now Available in a Chair Near You
