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The Squad-Part Thirty-Six

They set out the very next day. Equipment was provided, including climbing gear, low-light goggles, medical supplies, as well as food and water. No weapons were offered. The reason given was that there were no threats that required violence to … Continue reading

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The Squad-Part Thirty-Five

It didn’t stop with buttons. The speculation as to Ramirez’s fate became the primary topic of conversation amongst Arcadians. Not just in personal discussions either. It was quickly picked up by the media. Speculation ran wild, from the idea that … Continue reading

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The Squad-Part Thirty-Four

A photo of Ramirez dominated the back wall, as black bunting lined the walls of this long chapel. The pews were filled with mourners, and weeping could be heard under the somber organ music. Sarge and the rest of Echo … Continue reading

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Anti-Schadenfreude

Guilty pleasure is a term people use when they are ashamed of what brings them joy. It can be anything from a TV show to junk food or even an entire genre. Once others discover you love this thing, you … Continue reading

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Gratitude

It’s the first anniversary of my mom’s death, so naturally, it’s been much on my mind. Things have gotten better. Which I was assured would happen and they did. While I’m not constantly consumed by grief, it is never far … Continue reading

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The Trick Is-Part Thirty-Five

Kim dashed over to Jae and hugged her with all his strength. She fought him at first but he quietly said in her ear, “I’m sorry.” At that, she wailed again but hugged him back with an intense desperation. Kim … Continue reading

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One Man’s Trash-Part Four

After washing up, Eli entered the kitchen. It was filled with people preparing food. He’d never seen that before or even conceived of it as an activity. Up to very recently, all the food he ate was processed and sealed … Continue reading

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One Man’s Trash-Part Three

Eli exited the building onto a street filled with people. Not like in the City, where people were jammed shoulder to shoulder. Everyone here moved with what he might describe as a happy purpose. If he knew what that was. … Continue reading

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One Man’s Trash-Part Two

“How are you feeling?” Eli drank the cup of water her was handed.  “Better,” he replied. “I’m glad to hear that.” He turned to the person who was speaking to him. She was dressed in a bright green shirt, and … Continue reading

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Please And Thank You

The snow was pristine which let Mara know she was safe, at least for the moment. She was far from the road and even more distant from any towns but that didn’t mean she could relax. Unfolding her map and … Continue reading

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