Stories

A controlling mother's effect on her compliant daughter. This is my only story with no gay content. The story grew from a short sketch in the first section.

A late bloomer, I took up boxing at age 50 and it was the best thing I've done

This is another episode from the novel I have been working on. This takes place in the mid 70's in San Francisco, circa 1975 or 1976. Robert is, at this point itime, about 23 or 24. He has just moved to San Francisco, and meets an older man, John, who befriends him. John invites Robert to his flat for a quick dinner before going to the theater.

This experimental text plays with multiple narrative layers to create a humorous and multifaceted experience. The first layer is the straightforward story of the narrator’s mundane trip to the supermarket. Beneath this lies the second layer: the narrator’s inner thoughts, offering self-critical and reflective commentary.

The third, most distinctive layer comes from the sharp and glamorous remarks of the narrator’s alter ego, Daisy. This voice contrasts the mundane with biting humor and flamboyance, highlighting the tension between humility and hidden confidence.