Jo studied the hammock. "I think it will stay," she said to the small gecko hanging onto a wooden porch post. "Now, it's time for a margarita." So far Jo's dream had not developed as she had planned. She had worked hard for thirty eight years as a school teacher, living frugally and saving every… Continue reading HL Pic Series: 4-Jo
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HL Series: 3-Jenny
Jenny stared at the tree on the hill. It was a half mile from the house, but she could walk it in ten minutes when she needed to, and lately she'd been feeling the need often. It was the place she felt safest, sitting under that tree. Whether the sun shined, or the rain poured,… Continue reading HL Series: 3-Jenny
HL Pic Series: 2-Mavis
Mavis sat alone in her rocking chair, wrapped in an old frayed shawl with a dirty afghan across her lap. She stared at the dusty television that no longer worked, and wondered if anyone would knock on her door today. The postman used to knock everyday, handing her mail with a cheerful smile and a… Continue reading HL Pic Series: 2-Mavis
HL Pic Series: 1-Brigid
Brigid leaned her bicycle against the wall, hoping it wouldn't fall again. She needed to make her flower delivery and did not want to lose the little bit of soil left in the baskets. Last week she hit a rock and fell off her bike, spilling flowers and soil onto the pavement in front of… Continue reading HL Pic Series: 1-Brigid
Dawn Marie Paul 