My Teddy, Mr. Bear

"I was bored, so I put a strap-on on my childhood teddy bear."

Living in San Diego has its perks—the endless sunshine pouring golden light through every window of my ocean-view apartment. It was a lazy Saturday, with absolutely no plans on the calendar, no incoming texts from friends begging me to hit...

The Dales – Leah Visits

"I meet Leah at the Spa and she comes to visit my cottage during a biblical storm that closes the roads."

I was going to go to the cottage for a few days. Mik was fine at home, and he asked if I minded if his girlfriend stayed, and I simply said, 'Of course not, sweetie, just be, you know, safe.'...

When a Month Seems Like Forever Part 4

"Laura and Jim find out that an unexpected guest is very welcome."

Laura continued washing her hair, and I was almost dry when the doorbell sounded again."Maybe some religious nut that wants to convert us to something that we didn't ask for. Jim, go down in your towel, and they'll get the...

Nixie’s Neighbor’s Attentions

"Shy Nixie wanted her new neighbor Sam to take her, CNC-style. And then she got her wish."

One day out of the blue, the neighbors listed their condo. Nixie had known them fairly well, but didn't know they were moving. And now the condo was for sale. It was a seller's market, and the building was popular,...

Unexpected Maintenance

"A maintenance call devolves into unchecked desire, blurred boundaries, and unsettling power dynamics."

Melina loaded the washing machine with a dark load, added some detergent, and pressed ‘Start’. Silence. Nothing, except for a flashing cryptic error message on the display in the upper corner.‘Well, fuck. I wonder if the apartment complex maintenance crew...

Brought My Husband’s Fantasy Girl So I Could Watch

"Darren learns about his wife’s secret."

My husband, Darren, is a handsome, physically fit individual. He and I complement each other perfectly; however, he has developed an interest in our neighbor's daughter. I, too, share this interest, and today, I find myself seated beside the bed,...