Category: The Ribbits

  • The cover up under the pool

    The cover up under the pool

    The cover up under the pool It seemed simple, at first. In fact, he watched about every video made on the subject. To say he was well versed, was an understatement. Of course he pulled the appropriate permits. However, this project was one he expected to do on his own. He had a specific thing…

  • A good luck charm might be helpful

    A good luck charm might be helpful

    A good luck charm might be helpful Riley is holding on with all his might. And he’s not sure how much longer he can do it. As if to prove this thought, his grip slips ever so slightly. He looks down at his dangling feet. Far below them, a cold hard slab of concrete awaits.…

  • A new tea kettle for Mama

    A new tea kettle for Mama

    A new tea kettle for Mama The truth is, Mama loved that tea kettle. She used it every day. Then twice a day after Papa passed away. In the late afternoons, just before sunset, Richard would hear the kettle whistle and Mama making her way to the kitchen. Then she would have her tea on…

  • Pen and promise – The Prose and cons of destiny

    Pen and promise – The Prose and cons of destiny

    Pen and promise – the Prose and cons of destiny Brady is waiting. The first few cabs are no good. So he is trying again. This time he lands one. The ride into the downtown area is uneventful. In fact, Brady almost falls asleep along the way. All the work in prose, and lack of…

  • The new house rules at the Easy Eight

    The new house rules at the Easy Eight

    The new house rules at the Easy Eight Stan falls from the elevator. He rolls over on the floor, and pushes himself upright. As he catches his breath he can hear the screams coming from the Casino. And it sounds like all hell has broken loose. He grimaces as he tries to get back up…

  • Thin places and the easy way in

    Thin places and the easy way in

    Thin places and the easy way in Getting in wasn’t the hard part. Even with all the work it took to get in, it still hadn’t been the hard part. The hard part came when he tried to get back out. He didn’t want to leave but the time ran out. Then he got lodged…

  • Aaron and the bug lit way

    Aaron and the bug lit way

    Aaron and the bug lit way The evening was just beginning. In fact it was still, blue world. Or, just after sunset. Aaron had been outside for most of the day. He was soaking up every last bit of summer he could. School is starting soon, and then he will only have time for studying.…