Monthly Archives: January 2017

Chicken Soup

Posted on January 31, 2017 by EagleAye

Little Sammy constantly invented things, more or less with success. He melted the blender once, and blew up lawnmowers twice. But he wasn’t the primary worry of local residents. It was the Razor Gang. They robbed houses, extorted small businesses, … Continue reading →

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Hannah Pics!

Posted on January 30, 2017 by EagleAye

It’s been a while since I posted pics of young Hannah. She growing well and talks frequently, though often unintelligibly. Her favorite new word is “Really?” We’re happy to say she seems to have absorbed our love of birds. She’s … Continue reading →

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The Giveaway

Posted on January 29, 2017 by EagleAye

Travis Trapper, world-renowned monster hunter, stood on the deck of the sailboat, cursing. All around him, equipment blinked and bleeped and glowed. A vast array of sensors dipped into the water. The screen on the $150,000 detector gear showed nothing. … Continue reading →

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Look in the Eyes

Posted on January 27, 2017 by EagleAye

Hiroshi sat at the pond, shinai across his legs. He watched the languid movement of the Koi, seeking serenity. At that moment, he had none. Hiroshi was a Kendo Master, the finest Kenoka in all Japan. He had never lost … Continue reading →

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An Easy Victory

Posted on January 25, 2017 by EagleAye

Everyone was relaxed after the alien invasion. Colonel Harrigan stepped out of the vehicle carrier. Major Park joined him to chat. “I still can’t believe we crushed the alien invasion in only three weeks,” said Park. “Our scientists explained why,” … Continue reading →

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Miscommunication

Posted on January 24, 2017 by EagleAye

Guang-Li had long owned the “Mandarin” restaurant. For decades, Peking Duck hung from the ceiling beside the massive Foo Dogs (Guardian Lions) just inside the entrance. But times were changing. Health inspectors regularly fined Guang-Li for the Peking Duck. They … Continue reading →

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The Wimpiest Man

Posted on January 23, 2017 by EagleAye

The aliens had invaded, but that’s okay, they were repulsed. Everybody said the aliens all left. Unfortunately, the immense effort required collapsed most governments, but that’s okay. The big crime Bosses restored order. Four previous Bosses tried to take the … Continue reading →

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The Incalculable Loss

Posted on January 21, 2017 by EagleAye

Zhukov sprinted through the crowds of Red Square. In the shadow of St. Basil’s Cathedral, he nearly caught the American spy. Just as he reached out, he tripped over an Englishman’s umbrella. “Damn foreign spies!” spat Zhukov, sprawling on the … Continue reading →

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Upside, Downside

Posted on January 18, 2017 by EagleAye

Harold visited the colony at Darimere VI, carrying his golf clubs. In the vaulted hallway, he said, “We’re inside a living animal?” “Yes,” said Givenchy. “The Gigatrobe is thousands of meters long, and unharmed by us. We only add furnishings, … Continue reading →

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So Bold, In Public

Posted on January 17, 2017 by EagleAye

Tobias and his work crew were fairly typical blue-collar men. Rhianna was lovely and talented. So when they saw what Rhianna was doing on the balcony, in full view of everyone, the crew couldn’t help but comment. “Oh…My…God, I’m in … Continue reading →

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