Monthly Archives: February 2012

Fire on the Mountain

Posted on February 23, 2012 by A. L. Kaplan

I look back and smile as smoke billows up from the distant hillside. A fire in the forest should be frightening, but this one sends a thrill of joy through me. I’m finally free of those bastards. They never even … Continue reading →

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BOBBY

Posted on February 15, 2012 by A. L. Kaplan

Hey Loony. Stop it, Bobby. You’re such a pain in the butt.      I choke on sobs as I run my fingers over the photograph in Mom’s old album.  My brother and I were arguing as we hiked that day, … Continue reading →

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Salt and Sails

Posted on February 9, 2012 by A. L. Kaplan

Cool spray caresses my face and the salt tastes sweet on my lips. The scent of sea air permeates my being. This is my first and only love. I close my eyes and feel the brig as it cuts through … Continue reading →

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