Monthly Archives: April 2004
In-Crowd
Inside the changing room, there was a strong odour of sweat and muddy hockey boots, even in the summer when hockey wasn’t being played. The high, narrow windows let in a little pale afternoon light, but no fresh air. A … Continue reading
Wrong Number
I thought I was late, and that’s why I was so flustered. To make it worse, there was an immense downpour of hail as I got off the train, and I was struggling with my umbrella, and trying to do … Continue reading
Empty Nest Syndrome
I didn’t think I harboured any illusions about life or love, so how have I ended up so disappointed? I never believed in passionate, whirlwind romance; humans are just too fallible. I accepted my husband’s proposal just to get him … Continue reading
Hex
When she heard his voice on the phone for the first time, part of her knew that she was already out of her depth. He kept asking her, “are you gonna meet me?” and strong, independent woman that she was, … Continue reading
To Be Honest
I met her at university. We were both lost, looking for the same place, and I kind of took her under my wing. I’ve always felt like she was one of those people who is doomed to make the wrong … Continue reading