By Kelly Keene She’s the one that sings. She feels too, and her eyes are wide and glossy as if all the joy inside her is trying to push through them. Maybe that’s why she sings. Some people feel emotions strongly. And she is one of them. I’m not sure what the world would be … Continue reading Ginny
Author: Kelly Keene
Sweet
By Kelly Keene Sweet On You Candy store used to be on the corner of Bancroft way and Telegraph avenue in Berkeley, California. When I worked there, I watched hundreds of students, professors, tourists and shoppers scurry past the windows on their way up the historic street. The smell of chocolate, tutti frutti, and bread … Continue reading Sweet
A Rainy Day At the Pool
By Kelly Keene 3:43 p.m. “40 this is 42.” “Go ahead 42.” “Can we get more towels?” “Sure thing.” “Has it been like this all day?” “Well, I’ve only been here forty-five minutes. I doubt its been that crowded though, with this kind of weather.” He laughed and continued swimming. “...it’s a bitter-sweet symphony that’s … Continue reading A Rainy Day At the Pool
Books Against My Back
By Kelly Keene What is the value of books? Last week, it took me three clicks to order Madam online, and have it delivered to my doorstep so that I could read it in time for book club. It cost $16.95 before taxes and after shipping and handling over $18. That’s a lot of money. … Continue reading Books Against My Back