Marlena was mulling over paperwork in her office, not really paying attention. Her thoughts constantly drifting to John. It had been three weeks since John had told her that he slept with Hope and that her baby might be his. He had kept the secret for months, telling no one. They had fought terribly that …
Cadences – By Nicole R
I did it. Three little words and I felt such a sense of release, of freedom. I shot him. I donít understand the looks of surprise in their eyes, I really donít. I have this overwhelming urge to scream at my three self proclaimed protectors. OH COME ON! I did it once before and under similar …
Caged Valkyrie – By Ms. Goldie
“It’s too much, John…I don’t know how much more I can handle,” Marlena cries into her pillow. She runs the pads of her fingers over the fabric in a soft caress, pretending that she’s able to touch John’s face. “I’ve lost too much…too much…I want Belle. I want our baby…it’s been too long.” “I’m going …
Can You Hear Me Talk To You – By Jessica D and Jame J
Can You Hear Me When I Talk To You Ashley Gearing Time passes by so quickly, But I guess I thought you'd be here forever ... The sand is warm between my toes, yet I cannot feel it. The sun beats down on me as I stroll along, but nothing registers in my …
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Career Day – By Tina
“Mom, we’re gonna be late!!" Belle shouted, coming out of her room "Dad, lets hurry it up!" “We’re coming, we’re coming,” Marlena said, rushing out of the bedroom and buttoning up her sleeves. "Man, you guys are slow, I don't wanna be late. Man this whole career day thing is embarrassing anyway… not …
Caveman – By Jessy
Marlena watched her husband closely as he stood in front of her, arguing with all the strength that he could muster. She hated what this was doing to him… but she also hated what the situation was doing to her, and she couldn’t continue with the charade any longer. Marlena looked around the dimly lighted …
Charlie’s Angels – By Presbychick2005
She generously rubbed the smooth surface with the silky material until it shone crystal clear. She hated when her patients touched her belongings. It was as if they doubted her credentials as a psychiatrist and needed the black and white proof. Being the “good doctor” that she was, she never stopped them, instead she would …
Christmas Inspiration – By Val
Belle sat on the couch with her legs curled under her chatting with her parents. She had come to visit them today since she and Shawn did not get to spend enough time with them yesterday at Christmas. "So Dad, where's the gift Mom got you for Christmas?" the young blonde asked. John …
Christmas Night Tête-à-Tête – By Cordelia50
She lay motionless under the warm comforter. Exactly when or why she had shifted from dreamless sleep to wakefulness she couldn’t be sure. Since no light yet peeked through the narrow gap between the drawn curtains, she surmised it was still well before daybreak. But she didn’t turn her head to check the decades-old digital …
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Christmas Miracles – By Jessica D and Jame J
The Christmas we didn't get ... In the darkness before sunrise, she sits, a steaming mug of coffee in hand, watching the early morning traffic below her. Although only five in the morning, she imagines people are beginning their morning commute early, desperate to get home to their families for the holidays. She can …
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