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A Church You Could Bear

by testsuphomeAdmin — A Church You Could Bear, begins with Lark and the narrator, Rainy, slipping out of the house early in the morning, leaving Kellan upstairs, lost in his own world. Lark, ever thoughtful, gathers an armful of lilacs and a maple bough, creating a beautiful arrangement to accompany their trip to Labrino’s. As the morning light breaks through, Lark reassures Rainy, comforting him with the reminder that listening to a friend, even when burdened with feelings of failure, is an act of true friendship. Together,…
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Sea Like A Shroud

by testsuphomeAdmin — Sea Like A Shroud unfolds with an eerie sense of loss and tension as the narrator grapples with the sudden departure of Kellan, a figure who had once felt like family. His absence is not merely a physical one but an emotional void that leaves the protagonist struggling with a mix of betrayal and confusion. The fact that Kellan had hinted at leaving before does little to soften the blow, as the narrator is left questioning why he departed without a word, without a final conversation, without any closure.…
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Promises I Made and Meant and Broke

by testsuphomeAdmin — Promises I Made and Meant and Broke begins with the narrator caught in the aftermath of Lark's tragic passing. The narrator, still reeling from the emotional upheaval, is visited by an ambulance driver, someone who had been familiar from past encounters. This brief, almost comforting moment of recognition is short-lived as the police arrive, immediately casting suspicion on the narrator and questioning his involvement in the events surrounding Lark's death. The interrogation grows intense as they demand…
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A Bear in Human Form

by testsuphomeAdmin — "A Bear in Human Form" opens with the narrator reflecting on a chaotic yet somewhat comforting routine in which they spend Monday mornings with a group of spirited children, under the supervision of Cora. Although the narrator is tasked with teaching music fundamentals, it becomes clear that the primary objective is to keep these children entertained and distracted. The children, many of whom fall on the higher end of the Feral Comportment Continuum, require more than just structured lessons. The narrator…
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An Affable Ghost Anchored Nearby

by testsuphomeAdmin — An Affable Ghost Anchored Nearby, begins with the narrator reflecting on a childhood incident that remains firmly etched in his memory, involving a significant encounter with Tonio. This moment from his past stands as a defining event, where a group of local children had once singled him out, making his school years a constant battle for acceptance. The encounter changed the course of his life, transforming him from an outcast into someone who was eventually accepted by his peers, fostering a sense of…
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Trouble Me No More

by testsuphomeAdmin — "Trouble Me No More" explores a complex period in the narrator's life, where the bonds between the characters—Kellan, Lark, and the narrator—are tested by internal and external struggles. Kellan's presence in the narrator’s life continues to be vital, as he carries out daily tasks around the house. However, his struggles with severe panic attacks exacerbate the emotional strain that already exists. One such episode nearly leads to disaster when Kellan falls asleep with the gas running, an alarming…
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Quixotes

by testsuphomeAdmin — Quixotes, the story opens with the narrator reflecting on the quiet domestic scene at home as Lark enthusiastically announces that they will be receiving a new boarder. She informs the narrator that preparations must be made for the attic room, which, although modest, had not seen much use in recent times due to the hazardous state of the nearby highway, which discouraged travelers. Despite this, Lark embraces the unexpected arrival with a sense of optimism, labeling themselves as…
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The Greenstone Fair

by testsuphomeAdmin — "The Greenstone Fair" begins with the protagonist waking up in his lakeside home, a place known for its unpredictable nature. Today, however, the lake is unusually calm, its stillness contrasting with the narrator's reflective mood. The protagonist recalls how the lake has always seemed alive, its changing conditions a constant reminder of the turbulent past, including ominous clouds that threatened storms and shipwrecks that added to the lake's mysterious reputation. After a brief conversation with…
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When A Flame is Lit, Move Toward It

by testsuphomeAdmin — "When A Flame is Lit, Move Toward It", the moment I met Lark, everything about the way I saw the world began to shift. She introduced two essential ideas that became central to my life: the importance of reading and the need to embrace new experiences, no matter how daunting they might seem. My childhood had not prepared me for these concepts—growing up in a household where literature wasn’t valued, I had always felt disconnected from the world of books. Though I was capable of reading, my family’s…
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When You See Him Standing in your Kitchen

by testsuphomeAdmin — "When You See Him Standing in Your Kitchen", the chapter begins with the narrator and Kellan working together to restore an old Ranchero, a task that proves far more challenging than they had initially anticipated. In their attempt to find help, they reach out to several local experts, including Roy Ess, a mechanic who insists on taking Sundays off, and Maudie Antoinette, a well-informed woman with a deep connection to her grown children. Unfortunately, neither of them is able to offer the assistance they…
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