Tag Archives: love

Love to the Rescue (Mini Romance), Part 1

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Monica

Lorinda sunk down in the bus stop bench. It had been a long day at work and all she wanted to do was go home. She was looking forward to a hot soup dinner and a good book, followed by … Continue reading →

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Opening the Door to Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on May 1, 2023 by Monica

“How’s your love life these days, dear?” Katie stared over the top of her tea mug at her mother.  She was sipping her coffee, eyes cast down, her other hand playing with her spoon, spinning it gently on the table. … Continue reading →

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Breaking the Language Barrier for Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on April 17, 2023 by Monica

“I know it sounds crazy,” Marie said, enthusiasm spilling from her every pore. “You don’t understand how sure I am of this.” Callie picked up Marie’s suitcase and tossed it into the open trunk of her car. “I know you. … Continue reading →

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30 Candles and Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Monica

“I hate birthdays,” Ciara muttered to herself as she ripped down one more copy of Annette’s invitation on the wall. The sign said, “Ciara is 30 years old today. Come celebrate with us at The Pub in the Basement tonight … Continue reading →

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Li’l Shop of Hope . . . and Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Monica

Calista rushed around behind the counter. In the lull between the time following lunch and the after-school rush, she had to get her supply restocked. Pretzels to make, dipping sauces to replenish, and she had to retrieve more cups from … Continue reading →

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One Plus One Equals Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Monica

“I have our students’ best interests at heart,” Mylah said immediately after their first teachers’ meeting of the year. “I, too, have our students’ best interests at the forefront,” the defiant Ron Edwards said coolly as he eyed her playfully. … Continue reading →

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In the Springtime of Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on February 6, 2023 by Monica

In my 50’s and solo, I know that love is a young woman’s game. The stars we reach for in youth elude us when we grow tired and unsentimental. But when the pull of nostalgia rises, as it so often … Continue reading →

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Introducing a New Feature – Mini Romances

Posted on December 26, 2022 by Monica

If you love romance . . . if you love the joy that new love promises . . . if you are fascinated by the possibilities of what can happen after an initial meeting between potential lovers . . . … Continue reading →

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Delight Loved Ones with Heartfelt Messages

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Monica

Three seconds or less. That is the amount of time it takes for our emotions to process sensory input. And five times less than it takes for the cognitive part of our brain to process that same information. This is … Continue reading →

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Grudges – the Tie that Binds You to Misery

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Monica

People hurt us. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, you are bound to run into someone somewhere who is going to wound you deeply. Some years back, there was a group of people who caused great hurt to our family. We felt … Continue reading →

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