The Maximus Group
Though just a handful of really rough pages, this is the beginning of a book I wrote almost a decade ago. Now that Memories of the Future is about to be … Continue reading
A new type of post for me
This was inspired by a dream… The Ethereal Her & Private She Her dark playful eyes penetrate my soul like a shock of light on the darkest of nights, Her … Continue reading
Remembering my Sister, 30 years later…
Thirty years ago today, six of my high school classmates from Palmer H.S. carried my sister’s casket from the altar, through the doors of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, into a … Continue reading
Elevator Pitch for Memories of the Future
Sometimes a second chance doesn’t turn out as planned, even if you know what to expect the second time around. Frank Dougan and Samantha Westlake go to bed in separate rooms … Continue reading
The Dick
Drake, how in the hell did you get yourself into these dumbass positions? Damn women, I’ll never learn. I thought to myself looking around the decently, and clearly maid-free, furnished garage … Continue reading
The Old Man from Knoxville
In the late afternoon, when the sun looked for the safety of another horizon, the old truck made its way along the dusty road toward the pass. The old man … Continue reading
The State of the Mind’s Union
My Friends, It’s been too long between missives. Last year I made the decision to be a starving artist and try my hand at professional novel writing, granted by force, … Continue reading
On Gratitude…
If you’ve seen the series “Spartacus” you will have noticed the word “gratitude” used in response to another, as we might say “thank you”. Though the etymology of the word … Continue reading
Customer Support: An inquiry into my order’s status
Sometimes I just can’t help myself… My initial question: Why will it take close to a month for me to receive this item? Company’s response: Dear valued customer, We have … Continue reading
Memories of the Future
Frank and Samantha, Present Day Cold with sweat, Frank woke up to the whimpering sounds of the large dog licking his hand. The dog always knew when Frank wasn’t doing … Continue reading
“The Cherry Red Moon”
Recently I was thinking about all the single moms I know. Some of them still married, but living with the presence of a roommate and not that of a lover … Continue reading
Part 3: Maximus and Madison — Nightmares
— Disoriented, ears ringing, and the coppery taste of blood in his mouth, he tries to stand up, like a prizefighter after being knocked down by an unseen overhand right. … Continue reading
Goodbyes
I’ve been thinking a lot about goodbyes. Saying goodbye is not always comforting, and sometimes it’s downright painful. Rarely does one say goodbye to a loved one who’ll be gone … Continue reading
Tech Support
There is something to be said about the language barrier when you need to reset your password with tech support, only to realize the real live American tech guy you … Continue reading
Wonder
There’s a point that comes when a sustained period of darkness changes into greys and eventually a world of color again. I’ve experienced this more than once. Losing time, is … Continue reading
Part 2: Maximus and Madison — Cowgirls
— Back in his hotel room, Max shed his suit. It was a long day of meetings and all he wanted was some tobacco and a scotch. Knowing he couldn’t … Continue reading
Up
It’s one of those nights. I am humbled, excited, embarrassed, afraid, intrigued, anxious, and tired of the thoughts that race through my mind when I should be sleeping. Who’s experienced … Continue reading
The Sweater
NOTE: This story contains crude language, bathroom humor, partial nudity, an implied sexual situation, two guys who can’t grow up, and the women who love them. The Sweater Dealing with … Continue reading
The Socks
THE SOCKS She had the perfect opportunity… Creeping only as a determined and jealous girlfriend could she opened the door to the bathroom while he listened to his latest rendition … Continue reading
Short Story — The Attack Bunny
The Attack Bunny It was a bunny rabbit that attacked me, not a dog. I’ve never told this story as it really happened for fear of ridicule and the possible … Continue reading
Short story update and Art – a man not a piece
Blogdate: 12 July 2013, ~2129 hours FYI on Maximus and Madison: Got some feedback from folks who want to hear more about their story. I am working on Chapter 2 … Continue reading
Part 1: Maximus and Madison — “Cain & Abel”
— Shocked as though he heard a loud and unexpected scream in a quiet room, but without the jerking motion, he just stared. He forgot how the stunning cowgirl with … Continue reading
On sleeplessness, the state of the world, and art…
Blogdate: Thursday, 06 September 2012 Location: Not where I should be… I am a restless sleeper, always have been. Past wide-eyed nights can be attributed to any number of things, … Continue reading
Why I write and thoughts on “Memories of the Future”
Blogdate: Tuesday, 04 September the year of our lord, 2012…feel like writing to the world today. A dear friend of mine from high school, and college, unknowingly gave me the … Continue reading
Uncharted territory, my first blog
Blogdate, 28 August 2012, Location: Somewhere in my mind… Well, since I decided I am going to be a writer, and my professional website isn’t live yet, I thought I’d … Continue reading
Todd Menza, Mirum Scriptor 