Tag Archives: Love

The Things That Matter

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Kate Loveton

This is a little story about big things ~ the things in life that seem (to me) most important.  I wrote this story three years ago in answer to a challenge by Keith Channing to write a story based on … Continue reading →

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The Electrifying Dorinda

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Kate Loveton

The first time I met Dorinda she was appearing in Phineas Todd’s Circus of Wonders, sporting an electric crown and tresses that danced like flames about her beautiful face. She was breathtaking, my electrified Dorinda, charming the rubes; charming me … Continue reading →

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My Dad

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Kate Loveton

Originally posted on Odyssey of a Novice Writer:
My Dad This is my dad. His name was James, but everyone called him ‘Jim.’ This photo was taken about five years before he died, much too young, a victim of lung…

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Father’s Day

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Kate Loveton

Photos of my dad and I. Seventeen years since he’s been gone. I miss him more as time goes on. ❤ Happy Father's Day to all you fine men taking an active interest in your children's lives. Any man can … Continue reading →

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Do You Believe in Ghosts?

Posted on June 6, 2015 by Kate Loveton

“Do you believe in ghosts, Mimi?” asks Josh, his blue eyes curious. I love this boy, and a smile comes easily to my face. “What a question! What makes you ask?” “Mom says there’s no such thing, but I think … Continue reading →

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Just Ten Minutes

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Kate Loveton

Just ten minutes! Please! Waking abruptly, I’m bewildered by the light spilling through the window. What time is it, I wonder, looking past Joe to the clock on the nightstand. Nine o’clock! He’ll be late for school! Tossing on my … Continue reading →

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ALPHABET SOUP STORIES: A is for Adelaide

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Kate Loveton

Adelaide inhaled the calming nicotine, then tapped the cigarette against the glass rim of the ashtray. Smoking was a filthy habit and one she should give up. But not this weekend, she thought, bringing the cigarette once more to her … Continue reading →

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Cruising Altitude

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Kate Loveton

Joanna looked out the jet’s window as it achieved cruising altitude, enjoying briefly the fantasy of existing between two worlds. Heaven and earth. Heaven? The arbiter of her better instincts laughed. Only a fool believes heaven is for the likes of … Continue reading →

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Roses

Posted on March 14, 2015 by Kate Loveton

Last night I dreamed of roses. The scent was overpowering. It drew me once more to the garden. Bewildered, I stared at lush red petals. Forsaken by their caretaker, I thought they had perished. Then I saw her. Wearing that … Continue reading →

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Bedtime

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Kate Loveton

He placed a gentle kiss on top of her silvery head, then roughly wiped at his tears with the heel of his hand. “So, old girl, the doc says our journey’s over and it’s time for us to part.” His … Continue reading →

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