The Alternatives

Wow. Hi, strangers. This is so weird. So, It's gotten to the point where I can't think of a damn thing to do without my husband by my side. He happened to go out with a friend tonight, while I attended my brother's banquet. He took longer than expected, and I happen to finish early. It was bound to happen. But, now I find myself alone in a bar. And, it feels...odd. I don't think I've ever been alone...anywhere. How do I entertain myself?? At this particular bar, I happen to be surrounded by strangers, but obviously, I feel alone. Like, my partner in crime is missing. How do I deal with this? I guess, I have to get used to the idea that sometimes I will be alone. I've gotten so used to him. We do basically everything together. Shop, eat, drink... except tonight. Also, it is very weird to be at a bar alone, staring at my phone THE WHOLE TIME!!!!! Like, millenials.... But all jokes aside, this is just me begging for someone to come join me. Sto...

A leaf falling from a Live Oak nearby gently wakes me up. I wake up in the middle of the street with no recollection of the night before. I quickly get up, fearing a car would speed by and trample me. But as I move, I realize that fear is ludicrous. There are no cars, except those parked in their driveways. The breeze blows softly. And yet this town today so silent it seems the wind is making a commotion. It’s a bit nerve wrecking, really. The streets are clean and kept; not an ounce of debris scattered. I make my way down the empty sidewalks, looking at the houses. They sit there, perfectly still and untouched. They all look the same when they are life less. Where did all the neighbors go? It all feels out of place. Why are there no children running around? Where are the cars that drive down the roads? They must feel empty knowing they won’t be used today, except for a wandering pedestrian who is losing her mind. I look up and even the skies are barren. No clouds to cover...