Monthly Archives: October 2013

THE DIG

Posted on October 31, 2013 by A. L. Kaplan

Lush green covered the banks of the river. It would have been beautiful were not for the scull in my hand. Finding bones on an archaeological dig wasn’t unusual, but his one was different. Caucasian, male, one gold tooth, just … Continue reading →

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Wish Pond

Posted on October 25, 2013 by A. L. Kaplan

Magic is finicky. I’d seen it work before, but not too reliably and there were many charlatans around. But I trusted Damien, loved him. Still, this was one of his wackier ideas, crazier than their hasty marriage three weeks ago. … Continue reading →

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Stone Creek Bridge

Posted on October 17, 2013 by A. L. Kaplan

“Interesting name, Jackrabbit Road.” said Jim, as he and Pauline walked toward the covered bridge over Stone Creek. “Is it because of all the twists?” “Don’t know, but I bet Gramps Paul does. He knows everything about this town, even … Continue reading →

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