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Encumbered? Aren’t we all? Along with the gift of life comes a dubious present… a gift of hardship and tears. We toil and labor for our keep. But the Benefits of life… clearly outweigh the inconveniences. The inconveniences? In the midst of life there is a constant struggle. In the midst of life there is…
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There is a world that breathes fire and brimstone… but rather than be afraid, its enticing green allure intoxicates many people. There is an underground network of deception and fraud. A huge snake slithering under the very fabric of a civilized society. The scent of money fuels its passion. Those that are hypnotized become part…
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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Where does the time go? They say that time flies by when you’re having fun. And I’ve had plenty of fun. A non-stop party. I’ve danced. I’ve dined. Romanced. Laughed. Lived. I’m twenty-four now. And for the past five years I’ve been a burglar. I’ve robbed over fifty…
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The titillating wisp of life, while fleeting, is still something to behold. I like to party like there is no tomorrow. And I hang out with people that are like-minded. We inhale life to the fullest, and for us there is no other way to live. We empty the glass. And then the bottle. The…
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The Soldier, that’s what my wife called me. It was the day that I was drafted into the army. She was joking around at the time and trying to make light out of what was a very serious affair. I joked around with her too. It helped us to ease the tension. I’’m the last…
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“Heaven has no rage like love to hatred turn’d, Nor hell a fury like a woman scorn’d.” I’m not a very good-looking guy. And I have as a friend — my best friend — a guy that is extremely handsome. I’ve known him since High School. When he’s around, no girl even notices me. They…
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New York City, it’s so nice and peaceful. Don’t get me wrong. That won’t last. In a couple of hours, it will be packed with people. Not only with people that live and work in New York, but with plenty of tourists. But right now… it’s nice and quiet. Have you ever seen the movie…
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Does time really heal all wounds? Or does it just prolong the agony? For me… I never really experienced that healing process. The pain subsided somewhat… but it was still there. Lurking underneath the surface. And with the slightest provocation… I would lash out. It was the beast in me. I couldn’t control it. I…
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Not seeing a storm coming is not a deterrent. And ignorance is not really bliss. The storm still advances. The gang members came right to our front door. There were ten of them and they all had golf clubs. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. Golf clubs. And all of this because of a…
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Isn’t it strange how life happens? The way it unfolds. Mice and men making plans that never materialize. That is the one consistent thing in a world of inconsistencies. The one certainty, in an uncertain world. Shattered dreams and plans littering the highway of one’s hopes. That you can count on. How does one become…
Fictional stories by John Saccone 