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Hotel Relief

A chance meeting during a business trip has a man exploring new possibilities

The weight of the past week, an unrelenting burden, clung to my shoulders like a beast. Every phone call, every dead end, every forced smile at a disinterested client had added to the load, leaving me weary and worn out in my sixties. I collapsed into one of the plush chairs in the hotel restaurant nearby, feeling the exhaustion seep into my bones. The menu, filled with overpriced and ordinary…

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An Artistic Endeavor

A mysterious artist leads to a sexual re-awaking for a 60-ish accountant

Jerold Fisher, an affable accountant in his early sixties, had always found solace in numbers and solitude. His small, cluttered office above the local bakery in Silver Pines was his sanctuary, the comforting aroma of fresh bread a constant presence. Jerold’s routine had barely changed since his wife passed away a decade ago. His days were filled with the steady rhythm of ledgers, and his nights…

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Book Fair Surprise

A middle age man runs into his old prep school teacher

At the bustling book fair near his old high school, Julian meticulously set up his booth, arranging copies of his latest novel with a sense of pride and accomplishment. The fairground buzzed with energy, the air filled with the scent of new books and the hum of animated conversations. Julian’s eyes scanned the crowd, seeking familiar faces from his past. Suddenly, a figure emerged from the…

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The Places They Warned You About

Two suburbanites take a trip downtown

The sharp, unmistakable scent of chlorine hung heavy in the air, mingling with the heady aroma of freshly cut grass and the distant strains of cocktail chatter. Harold sat on the edge of the pool, his highball glass sweating profusely in the sweltering heat of summer. Beside him, Arthur lounged in a wicker chair, his tie askew and his eyes glazed over from one too many drinks. Their wives,…

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After the Attack

A theatre manager stops an attack leading to romance

As the neon lights of the Beacon Theatre flickered off one by one, Harold Ellis pocketed his keys and pulled his coat tighter against the chilly night air. The streets of New Haven were quiet, with only the distant hum of a passing streetcar breaking the silence. At fifty-four, Harold was no stranger to solitude; the theatre was his sanctuary, a place where stories came to life and for a few…

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Betrayal and Redemption

A Husband makes his wife's boyfriend and offer he can't refuse

The ivy clung to the townhouse walls like a grasping hand, nearly obscuring the elegant facade. Daniel stood on the stoop, glancing down at his watch, his pulse a hummingbird trapped in his chest. It was almost noon. Richard, Emily’s husband, would be at the club, leaving the field clear for their illicit rendezvous. Daniel, a man cut from the pages of a glossy magazine, possessed a charm that…

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Mama's Family (TV Series) S4/E20 'Mama Goes Hawaiian: Part 1' (1983) - Barney Martin

Finally, I found this episode featuring a shirtless Martin. And it looks like he had a respectable bulge too.

What? I like Barney Martin

Plus, I had a crush on Vicki Lawrence as Mama.

BI BONUS

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Potluck Buddies

A church function leads to a night of passion for three strangers

The Saturday afternoon sun shone brightly as the small church hall filled with the lively chatter of parishioners gathering for their monthly potluck. Among the crowd was an unexpected trio of men in their 50s who discovered they had more in common than they initially thought. First, there was George, a retired schoolteacher with a round, friendly face and a contagious laugh. He had a natural…

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Behid Closed Doors 1968

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Dungeons & Dragons: A Quarantine Escape

Two men discover love playing Dungeons and Dragons

In the twilight of a quarantined spring, Mike, a burly software engineer with a mischievous glint in his eye, logged onto his favorite online forum. The familiar chime brought a welcome comfort, a refuge from the hushed isolation that had settled over the world. It wasn’t always like this. Mike used to spend his evenings at the local comic book store, immersed in the colorful world of fantasy.…

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Boys Poker Night

The stale beer smell hit Stanley like a wave, a stark contrast to his usual jasmine tea-scented library refuge. Hesitantly, he entered James’ apartment, the low rumble of conversation and the clinking of glasses jarring in the silence he craved. Despite living next door for years, Stanley rarely interacted with his neighbors. Tonight, thanks to James’ persistence, he was in unfamiliar…

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Henry and David

The blinding disco lights pierced the darkness, casting a dizzying array of colors onto the chaotic dance floor. Henry’s heart raced as he stood hidden behind a potted plant, feeling like an outsider in this wild jungle of youth and vitality. He couldn’t shake off the self-consciousness and regret that clung to him like a second skin. His aging body felt out of place amidst the fit and…

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Golden Mark

Mark squirmed as he stepped through the doorway of the basement club, his heart thudding against his ribcage. He’d never been to a place like this before. The music was pulsing, the lights flashing, and the air was thick with the smell of sweat and cologne. He felt like a fish out of water, his eyes darting around nervously as he took in the leather-clad figures gyrating on platforms, the men…

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Stained Confessions

CHAPTER ONE The pre-dawn light bled through the vibrant hues of the stained-glass windows, casting a kaleidoscope of colors onto the worn stone floor of St. Jude’s church. Father Gregory, a man whose weathered face held the stories of countless confessions, knelt before the weathered oak altar. The air hung heavy with the musky scent of incense, a familiar comfort in the quiet solitude. Beads of…

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Bookstore Twitter Intrigue

Dr. Thomas Jenkins, a distinguished literature professor with salt-and-pepper hair and sharp blue eyes, stood outside of the renowned university where he taught. His gaze was focused on his phone screen as he scrolled through Twitter, following one of his favorite local bookstore chains, PageTurners. Known for his critical eye and dry wit, Thomas found himself captivated by the sharp, insightful,…

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Wallace Shawn

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Old Man in Derelict Motel

Rain lashed the grimy windows of the derelict Sunbeam Hotel. Harvey, a man whose belly strained the buttons of his ill-fitting suit, shuffled down the mildewed hallway, a half-empty flask clutched in his sweaty hand. Loneliness, a familiar ache, gnawed at him. His marriage had been a loveless formality, a social box ticked years ago. Now, retired and adrift, evenings were an ocean of reruns and…