My step dad could own a private island if he wanted, but he’s still here in our musty old house. If I went upstairs to where the bedrooms are, mine would probably still be exactly as I left it all those years ago.  We were together in the gloomy old parlor with the huge fireplace…

Thaw by bloodredpitchblack

Not only are the lights out, nobody’s card works. The credit card machines are all down.  There are eight people in line. I am sure they all want to pay with cards. Everybody pays with card.   I’m the only clerk this afternoon. Tina’s out. Again.  Didn’t even call in. Just a no-show. If this isn’t…