Stories tagged “independence”

  • You Don't Always Need Protection

    When Anya was just 20 months, she learned to climb the ladder at her favourite park. It was a curved ladder, half a letter U made with many mini U-shaped steps, but she could climb it all by herself. When she was 30 months, she climbed the ladder that ...

    • Author: April Raines
    • Posted almost 3 years ago.
    • 3 out of 5

  • Independence (epic small moment)

    Betty had long ago told herself she would never ever let anyone do this for her. She took pride in living this long and still being able to take care of herself. Through the gossamer curtains a familiar form shadowed the porch for only a moment. Betty ...

  • Independence of the Heart

    A continuing conversation filled the flame-scented air of the library. Overstuffed, paisley patterned armchairs dotted the room, but only two were treated to occupants. One was a young girl, eight years the junior of her male companion who was offering...

  • Hopeless Disguise

    Just minimum wage lovers in life like the weather, I’m over with words, and moving on in lines. In crowded London streets; a dim light skyline. A chorus of kids sing our praises. Broken lines of interception repeat; eternity. Lets paint mugs only...