“There’s no such thing as romantic love.” Emily says angrily, “There’s familiarity, friendship and lust, nothing more.” “But I love you” Jake stutters. “I love you too baby” she replies grudgingly.
Sunday, 10 October 2010
Saturday, 9 October 2010
A Story A Day 9th Oct
Scouse Mike slumps over the bar with his head in his hands. Around him drunks holler and cuss. “Gee kid.” Says the barman, “You sure are a long way from home.”
Friday, 8 October 2010
A Story A Day 8th Oct
Jimmy stands on his doorstep staring at the snow. Far away he hears people singing ‘Auld Lang Syne’. Jimmy picks up his rucksack, posts his keys and heads into the night.
Thursday, 7 October 2010
A Story A Day 7th Oct
As Anne lays next to her husband in the darkness, she hears his breathing become shallow. Turning to face him she catches his last seconds of consciousness before tomorrows new dawn.
Wednesday, 6 October 2010
A Story A Day 6th Oct
“The lightshow was incredible tonight!” says the journalist. “Yeah, well” snorts the singer, removing his sunglasses and staring straight through her, “You don’t go home singing the lights though do you?”
Tuesday, 5 October 2010
A Story A Day 5th Oct
Day 5 of my attempt to write a 31 word short story for everyday of October. Not really broke a sweat yet but I get a feeling its going to get harder.
When he drinks whisky his aim is to repulse her. He hopes the smell and burn on his lips will make her love him less. And day after day he succeeds.
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