Why do you always meddle, why can’t you leave me be ? ‘, the exasperation and anger evident and obvious in her voice. ‘Why can’t you mind your own. I’ll live my life and you live yours ‘. ‘I’m only looking out for you. I have your best interests at heart’, he lied. ‘I dont … Continue reading Interference – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Category: Short Stories
Love at First Kiss – Short Story by Lola Hornof
It had been so long since she had been in a relationship. She was content being alone doing things her own way. Kailey felt a twinge of loneliness every now and then. She just tried to ignore it as much as she could. Sitting in front of the computer, she noticed a new message. A … Continue reading Love at First Kiss – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Self-Exploration – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Jessie walked out of the cabin door. She took in a deep breath of the fresh, clean, morning air. She stretched and took all the scenery in. The early morning brightly colored birds sang and chirped. The frogs from the nearby pond made noises. Jessie was all alone out in the heart of nature. The … Continue reading Self-Exploration – Short Story by Lola Hornof
The Decision – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Juliana was walking through the streets of New York City. Thinking about the decision she had to make. Her fiancé had been offered an excellent job in Seattle. Was she ready to relocate all the way across the country? After all her whole life was here. Her dream job, family, and all her friends she … Continue reading The Decision – Short Story by Lola Hornof
New Orleans – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Julie was completely memorized by this magnificent city. New Orleans. She had finally made it here, her dream. She slowly walked down Bourbon Street taking in all the sights. Jazz music was playing, with its up beats, on the street by the native musicians. The sights and sounds amazed her and put her in a … Continue reading New Orleans – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Heartbreak – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Knowing that Abigail’s heart was weak medically with a heart condition, great care and concern had to be taken to break to her as gently as possible the news of her husband’s death. They called her sister and best friend, who headed to her house immediately. Abigail was surprised to see them. Following them arriving … Continue reading Heartbreak – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Life on the Streets – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Jessie had grown up in foster care after her parent’s sudden death. She had no family to take care of her. No one would adopt her because she just was not what they wanted or was too old. So when she turned eighteen, she was kicked out on the streets by the foster care system. … Continue reading Life on the Streets – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Heartache – Short Story by Lola Hornof
I stood looking out the window, staring blankly at the crashing lightning and pouring rain. The coffee I sipped was not doing its job. I pushed back the stray hairs out of my face. My face was wet from the tears. The smell of rain was I could sense. I was numb from the heartache. … Continue reading Heartache – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Surprise Connection – Short Story by Lola Hornof
A double date was always a bad idea. It was a favor to her roommate. Bethany had never met the guy or heard of him, so she was nervous. Why am I putting myself through this she asked herself. This was one favor she would cash in on at a later date. So she got … Continue reading Surprise Connection – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Amanda – Short Story by Lola Hornof
Amanda was an average girl with average looks. She had never felt special. Her self-esteem did not give her much hope. There was no encouragement in her life. Her parents were divorced. All her mom did was work and her dad traveled all the time. Neither ever having time for her. Amanda’s best friend since … Continue reading Amanda – Short Story by Lola Hornof