Category: Patapsco Days
In this series, Chet Almon confronts his fears and tries to satisfy his desires as he ages from a little squirt to an awkward teenager and a uncertain adult.
Vacancy
Neither bothered with thoughts. There was too much pleasure.
Second-String Dreams
Dear Lord, don't let me wish for what I can't have.
The Math of War and Piece
Uncle Sam is the family’s synonym for carelessness. Whenever he and Aunt Grace are absent, anyone who makes a blunder is likened to him. The…
Gambler’s Grumble
We’re even when I say we’re even and I say we ain’t.
Honor the Ghost
Don’t you live across the street from my mother? How could you steal from us?
Wet Weather
The sky, greyed with storm clouds, hid the motions of the rain person.
Bingo Disaster
Most of my year at St. Jerome’s grammar school was a pleasure, but Bingo Day in the 6th grade was an exception.