Stories

Heat is an tool for setting off chain reactions in chemistry. Given the right amount of radiation and other set parameters, it causes radical changes in the subject material. We also are affected by heat, though of a different type. Watch as Marc experiences the kinds of changes he needs to move on with his life.

What is the nature of love and how do we feel about it? Elliott is struggling because he likes a girl, needs her, but he doesn't really love her, not like he loved Claire. Claire was the love of his life. He bumps into another soul who is hurting from the same kind of condition. In the end, the emotions become lyrical and we see how the creative process is sometimes a healing one. Let's see if we can find the Coupe de Ville hiding at the bottom of a Cracker Jack box.

Similar to Christmas caroling, residents go from store to store and are rewarded with treats. Traditional Julebukking involves a kind of masquerade, where carolers where costumes and masks and attempt to hide their identity from those they are singing to, while the recipients try to guess who's behind the mask.

Al didn't know he was lonely, until he had a 'leap of faith'.

Adam and Glenn are getting ready for their annual Valentine's party. However, some memories are making it a more poignant event than they had planned. Join them in remembering how special a childhood toy can be even after many years.

Morgan and Drake are in a pickle. Their business is doing well but needs some cash to get past this balloon payment. What are they going to do?

Delbert Peterson was really excited to go to the 1936 Minnesota State Fair for the whole time, the first week without his parents. It would be his last time showing as a 4-H member staying in the dorms and this would give him a chance to explore. He was especially interested by the carnies who operated the rides. They intrigued him so.

Stone Carroll doesn't like Christmas, not one bit.

This poem portrays the feelings of discomfort Ben from Chapter 2 'Cursed' of 1550 Loring Lane has when invited to a social function.

Terry feels different. As a kid, he felt isolated and cut off from both family and friends. Later in life, he has an encounter with another man, which changes everything. His boss sees he's fallen in love, but what does that mean? The stranger in his life touched him in ways he doesn't understand. This is his story of awakening.