Monthly Archives: December 2015

A Brief Blogging Break

Posted on December 30, 2015 by EagleAye

I’m taking a brief blogging break. With the holidays, a new little girl, and too many time-intensive hobbies, something has to give. I don’t want it to be me. For the time being here’s a pic I wanted to post … Continue reading →

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Hannah’s First Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2015 by EagleAye

Merry Christmas everyone! Today is Hannah’s first Christmas, and she made out like a bandit. She did her part by being extremely cute. Shey and I are both pretty tired just now, but we’re still having fun. I’m cooking a … Continue reading →

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The Bad Kitty

Posted on December 23, 2015 by EagleAye

When Santa Claus arrived at the Wilson’s, he frowned. There was no milk & cookies on the table. Only a cat and the expected note. The note read: Dear Santa, Please accept this talking cat. He’s quite resourceful. Two weeks … Continue reading →

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Re-Gifting – Gargleblaster Microstories #245

Posted on December 23, 2015 by EagleAye

“Ooh, sexy nightie,” cooed Milly. She sniffed at it. “Nils? Has this been worn?” Nils said dreamily, “Well, your sister tried it first.” “What?” “It fell off in just a couple minutes.” And that was the last time anyone saw … Continue reading →

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Competitive Gift-Giving

Posted on December 22, 2015 by EagleAye

It was bad enough that aliens were invading. It was worse that the battle raged on until Christmas Day. Human and alien blood ran in a nearby stream. Weary Human troops at the edge of the battlefield were low on … Continue reading →

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The Lie

Posted on December 21, 2015 by EagleAye

Eight-year old Jaimey sulked. Her mother, Deanna gave her a gentle nudge. “Go on. He’s waiting,” she encouraged. “Why Mom?” groaned Jaimey. “It’s just a guy in a costume.” Deanna readied her camera. “Oh stop being a party-pooper. Go!” Dutifully, … Continue reading →

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A Difficult Customer

Posted on December 18, 2015 by EagleAye

Becky the diner trainee stared at the storm cloud over the coffee cup. Gina the waitress explained, “That happens to whatever makes Jones mad.” “So…?” “The coffee is bitter.” Joe the owner handed Gina a lightning-proof coat. Becky stared at … Continue reading →

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Going Places

Posted on December 17, 2015 by EagleAye

Brandon never placed much stake on things. His drab unpretentious clothing didn’t stop him when he saw her. Vanessa was gorgeous. Expensively dressed at the curb, Brandon fell for her immediately. It was little things that caught his attention: the … Continue reading →

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The Evil Eye

Posted on December 16, 2015 by EagleAye

Three alien war machines obliterated Cincinatti. Then they trudged across rural farmland towards Cleveland. Josh found his girlfriend in the kitchen. She calmly washed dishes in the sink. “Billi-Jo!” he shouted. “Let’s go. The aliens are comin’!” “Don’t you worry … Continue reading →

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The Ruler – Gargleblaster Micro stories #244

Posted on December 16, 2015 by EagleAye

The evil sorcerer Polinticus growled, “Give me the Ring!” “Can’t,” shrugged Simon. “My wife is wearing it.” “You fool! With the Ring she will rule all others.” “Simon Henry Pritchart,” called Simon’s wife. “Get over here!” Simon sighed. “So? She … Continue reading →

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