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Cups of Caffeinated Stories By Dan Leicht
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Pictures on The Wall (Part 9 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 9 of 10)
As he ate, he noticed Sherry composing an email between bites of her fries. Was she working? He didn’t want to pry, but caught glimpse of…
Dan Leicht
Jun 2
Pictures on The Wall (Part 8 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 8 of 10)
“I mean, it wouldn’t hurt. My picture is up there so many times it’s starting to look like wallpaper. Do you think I should sell my face as…
Dan Leicht
May 26
Pictures on The Wall (Part 7 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 7 of 10)
She spotted her date sitting at the counter. He had thick-framed black glasses, dark curly hair, and a green corduroy jacket. A white mug…
Dan Leicht
May 19
Pictures on The Wall (Part 6 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 6 of 10)
“What do I like most? The people, I suppose. I enjoy talking to people and learning about their lives, what they enjoy. You’re treated to a…
Dan Leicht
May 12
Pictures on The Wall (Part 5 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 5 of 10)
Mark stood by the printer. As he waited for the documents for Sherry to sign, he couldn’t help but glance over at her as she sipped her hot…
Dan Leicht
May 5
Pictures on The Wall (Part 4 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 4 of 10)
Mark pulled at his shirt collar as he drove. He felt nervous. Why? He tapped his fingers on the steering wheel while sitting at a stop…
Dan Leicht
Apr 28
Pictures on The Wall (Part 3 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 3 of 10)
Sherry glanced over at Mark as he drove through the parking garage. He had a clean shaven face and short dark hair. If she had to guess…
Dan Leicht
Apr 21
Pictures on The Wall (Part 2 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 2 of 10)
Mark rolled his eyes. Jerry’s phone rang throughout the day. Another sale, most likely.
Dan Leicht
Apr 14
Pictures on The Wall (Part 1 of 10)
Pictures on The Wall (Part 1 of 10)
It was just as well. Mark had no desire of being on the wall. Why would he want his smile on display for everyone to see?
Dan Leicht
Apr 7
Chemistry Countdown (Part 10 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 10 of 10)
“Why don’t you go over there and knock on the door?” asked Robert. He placed a baby bottle on the counter and grabbed another soiled one to…
Dan Leicht
Mar 17
Coffee Pot Conversations: Two Left Feet
Coffee Pot Conversations: Two Left Feet
Best seats in the house
Dan Leicht
Mar 13
Chemistry Countdown (Part 9 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 9 of 10)
“You girls all moved away before I could tell it,” replied her mother. “Now, about your fairytale. How do you want your story to go?”
Dan Leicht
Mar 10
Coffee Pot Conversations: Not My Kind of Meeting
Coffee Pot Conversations: Not My Kind of Meeting
Where’s the REAL coffee?
Dan Leicht
Mar 6
Coffee Pot Conversations: Loops and Hills
Coffee Pot Conversations: Loops and Hills
Sometimes the best thing to do is take in the scenery. In retrospect.
Dan Leicht
Mar 6
Chemistry Countdown (Part 8 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 8 of 10)
“You were kids back then,” replied Melany. “Besides, even when they’re older. You can’t always expect a guy to make the first move. Did you…
Dan Leicht
Mar 3
Chemistry Countdown (Part 7 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 7 of 10)
When they exited the coffee shop, Mary laughed at the spectacle taking place in her car. Her sister, from the looks of it, had tried to…
Dan Leicht
Feb 24
Coffee Pot Conversations: Number One Priority
Coffee Pot Conversations: Number One Priority
Who was supposed to order more?
Dan Leicht
Feb 20
Chemistry Countdown (Part 6 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 6 of 10)
Mary’s eyes grew wide. She turned to her sister and raised both eyebrows. Melany shrugged and put her hands out at her sides.
Dan Leicht
Feb 17
Coffee Pot Conversations: Lunch Break
Coffee Pot Conversations: Lunch Break
Are you free to talk around noon?
Dan Leicht
Feb 14
Chemistry Countdown (Part 5 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 5 of 10)
Her father, who hadn’t spoken a word since sitting down at the table, was hiding behind the local paper. Mary could see an article about…
Dan Leicht
Feb 10
Coffee Pot Conversations: Mail
Coffee Pot Conversations: Mail
Check your inbox.
Dan Leicht
Feb 7
Chemistry Countdown (Part 4 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 4 of 10)
“We’re never able to get anything past you,” said Melany, emerging from the dining room. “Who was that guy you were talking to in the…
Dan Leicht
Feb 3
Coffee Pot Conversations: No Alarms
Coffee Pot Conversations: No Alarms
What time is it? No idea.
Dan Leicht
Jan 30
Chemistry Countdown (Part 3 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 3 of 10)
The car ride consisted of 90s pop music as Mary tapped her fingers on the steering wheel. Would her sisters already be there when she…
Dan Leicht
Jan 27
Chemistry Countdown (Part 2 of 10)
Chemistry Countdown (Part 2 of 10)
“I’m sorry. Bridgette mentioned she’d let you know, I mean, if you asked. With traffic, I thought it best to get on the road as soon as…
Dan Leicht
Jan 20
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