Erin gazed up at the darkened house. Situated at the top of a small hill, it had a sense of isolation about it, even though the neighboring houses weren't particularly far away. She reflected back on the sight of the house on the night she took the vow of pledgeship. Although she had seen it … Continue reading Initiation
Category: Kia’s Stories
Transference
Kate awoke to a throbbing pain in her backside that cut sharply through the grogginess which always followed the transference. She sat up gingerly, and was relieved to find no other damage. Transfers usually resulted a in a few bumps and bruises, though this was certainly a new sensation. Kate had been one of the … Continue reading Transference
Getting (it) with the Program
3:59. Claire shifted in her seat. She wasn't sure if she could last another hour. She certainly wouldn't be getting anything done. For the millionth time that day, she wondered why she had thought it would be a good idea to join this program. It was supposed to make her a better employee, but, as … Continue reading Getting (it) with the Program
The Guardian
'I certainly hope there are no spiders in here,' Bree shuddered at the thought as she crept forward. Exploring the inside of the mound had seemed like an excellent adventure when she had been standing outside. Now however, crawling through the narrow passage with the screen of her phone providing the only light, she was … Continue reading The Guardian
Anxiety and Discovery
Gazing out the rippled glass of the window, she began to relax. She'd managed to spill both her drink and half the contents of her purse down the stairs on her first attempt to reach the upper level of the pub. The Australian tourists who had helped her recombobulate had been kind, if somewhat bemused. … Continue reading Anxiety and Discovery
The House at the End of the Street
Meg almost walked past the house, as she had done so many times before, but this trip was different. She paused outside the rusted gate, peering through the bars at the once majestic house set on the unkept lawn. The property must have been beautiful under a previous owner, but she could never recall a … Continue reading The House at the End of the Street
Acknowledging Imperfection 