1.16.2008

50 Words - Advice to a son

Affairs without longevity still have purpose, he said,
smiling down at his young son. Test drive long distance
love for experience points and frequent-flier miles, or
date a reckless redhead just to taste the sweet
heartache and fat-lip she'll inflict upon you.
Don't believe me? Go ask your mother.

1.14.2008

50 Words - Reassurance

Once in a while, in the middle of the night, I wake in a cold sweat after another dream of doom and gloom. A hand snakes the width of the bed, under blankets and through body pillows until I feel that familiar warmth; reassured again that he is still here.