The Divorce

"The divorce proceedings don't go exactly to plan"

“We think 50% of the estate is a reasonable demand.” I pause as my client arches her back, her breasts almost falling out of her designer dress as we sit in the lawyer’s office.“Well unfortunately for you, Lord Chatterley doesn’t agree...

TWOCing

"TWOCing is a criminal offence of taking without the owners consent or permission"

You are standing in the corner of the room, glancing downward as I approach, biting your lip.“My Mistress told me not to talk to you.”I grin.“Did she say I was a bad influence?”The blush rises in your face.“Yesss,” you gasp...

Teal Suede Boots

"Nothing like a text message with a picture attached to get you running..."

Poppy rearranged the black lace thong a third time, trying to get it to drape casually over the gin and tonic sitting on the hotel room dressing table. She had already hung her bra on the dressing table mirror, and...

Front Window

"Being stuck in a wheelchair with a broken leg and a pair of binoculars is asking for trouble"

Dave sat staring out at the snow. He was bored already. His friends had only left half an hour ago but already the day stretched into nothingness.He glanced down at the white plaster cast encasing his left leg.“Come to France,”...

Because She’s Worth It

"The substitute teacher makes a big impression on his English class..."

The substitute English teacher seemed harmless enough when he first entered the classroom just a few mornings ago. “Good morning everyone, I'm Mr Brodie and I'll be covering Miss Johnson’s classes for the rest of the term.“Tara rolled her eyes as...

Those Afternoon Meetings

""I'm in a meeting, darling. I'll be home later.""

Sonja was late, as usual. I went ahead and ordered two large glasses of Chardonnay anyway. So I’m sitting, watching the condensation form on the outside of the glass, running in tiny rivulets as I anticipated... anticipated what, exactly? We have...

Patti Cake

"Some girls want their cake and eat it"

“Gay Cake” row rumbles on! The headline was plastered over half the front page of the Belfast Telegraph.I drop the newspaper onto the counter along with the morning post. The Asher’s bakery story is still the main talking point. I...