The Disappearance

Agnes drew a long breath. “It seems to me…”             She was interrupted by the sound of running feet. Maybelle dashed past her legs, Candy in close pursuit.             Clara gasped. “What in the world?”             “Oh, it’s that cat!” Agnes sputtered. “If she catches Maybelle, she’ll jump right onto her. I’ve got to put […]

Storms

People in Florida are doing their best to get ready for a vicious visitor who just may be knocking on their doors even now. He’s an unwelcome visitor, leaving destruction in his wake. Hurricane Ian is set to come ashore in Florida today but already is making his presence known.  I’ve never been in a […]

Dwindling Hope

I don’t know how long I sat on the rocky floor of the cave. My phone was back in my cottage and I had no wrist watch. But, at last, a smidgen of coherent thought got through the panic. What had caused the boulder to fall, blocking my escape? It must have had something to […]

A Cobwebby Tunnel

A Cobwebby Tunnel

A damp, dank odor wafted out. I stared at the opening; I’m sure my mouth hung open as I tried to take in what had happened.  A tunnel? In my snug little home? Why? Hesitantly, I stepped closer and shone the flashlight’s beam into the dark, cobwebby space. I could see no end to it, […]

Stormy Morning

Stormy Morning

This is a stormy morning. I was unaware that a tornado had torn through until I saw the news this morning. Thank goodness, no injuries as far as I know, but a lot of damage in part of town. This happened while most of the townsfolk were asleep, unaware of the danger. I wonder how […]

What Kind of Weather?

What Kind of Weather?

What kind of weather do you prefer? Warm and springlike? That was yesterday. Rainy with a good storm to clear the air? That would be today? Or, do you like winter? Well, stick around, ’cause the weatherman says that’s what’s coming after the storm. One thing about it, weather isn’t dull. The sky is dark […]