The morning air was only slightly chilly when I woke up, the day of Halloween dawning not so bright and early. I stretched my limbs before hopping off the bed, silence greeting me downstairs. Not so odd;...

The beach is always a strange place. Not for the scenery or the water itself, but for the people and the interesting things that can be on its shores. Many times one can find large gatherings of seaweed...

Monday mornings are always the hardest part of every week. Seeing three kids out the door used to be a nightmare, but they don’t need me to make their lunch or help them get dressed anymore. Regardless,...

I had just gotten on the bus for school when it happened. Many would say that I'm over dramatic because of my reaction. Sure, it's not the worst thing to happen to people, but who cares? It's unwarranted...

The siren cried out for help, begging God for a mercy he was unwilling to give. Everybody knew the end was coming. Washington had sounded the alarm as soon as the missiles were detected, but nobody wanted...

The house was the same as when she had left it. The long strands of ivy had continued to claw their way up the stones of the home. The backyard lay ridden with weeds, accompanied by some ancient farming...