Garrett burst through the saloon doors with such force that they slammed against the wall announcing his entrance. He stopped just inside the door and scanned the room slowly. After tipping his hat back on his head with the tip of his pistol he placed it in the holster which sagged below his right hip. Given the commotion of his [...]

“Jerry? You wanted to see me?” James peered into the office as he tapped lightly on the door. “James! Yes, I was looking for you earlier.” Jerry motioned to the chair in front of his desk. “Yeah, I went to lunch with Sarah. We’ve had a lot to discuss lately.” “I can imagine. That’s quite a move you’re making. And [...]

Venice was a long way from Mississippi. Yet, Venice was where Jeff had longed to be since he was a teenager. It would also become the place of his greatest epiphany. While there were opportunities for the arts in Mississippi, Jeff always felt his accomplishments undervalued. He participated enthusiastically in school plays. He submitted poetry for local competitions.   He shared [...]