http://slow.writerscafe.org/jennicarroll The original writings of author Jennika has a short attention span :P en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1775996214 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 An attention starved w***e is what I amI surround myself with despairI want to help- but they push me awayDeath is my best friendHate is my loverWhat I fear most is what I want mostI don't believe in love- only lustNobody has been granted my trustOpinions left and rightThe whispers.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/944504/ "Honey!" I heard my step-mom cry. Even though she's Michael's mom, and I've made it clear I don't see her as "mom," she still manages to shove me into the 'honey' category with Michael. I trudged down the stairs alongside Michael, like the perfect, ordinary, loving family. "Don't forget to smile.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/797891/ Chapter Four "Okay, so is this your first deal?" Brock asked. "Yeah, why?" I asked. "Because I need to explain a few rules" "Rules? Are you kidding me?" I asked increduously. "Yes, they're rules for everything, doll. First things first, let me do the talking. You'll get used to pretendin.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/792622/ Bright lights shining through a thin curtain. The start of a brand new horrible day. Oh joy, I thought, as I swung my legs over the bed and walked down the hallway to make sure Michael wasn't up yet. I saw a flash of color in the plants as I was walking back to my room. I leaned over and saw a blue.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/784020/ Epilogue 1 and a half years later"You don't have to do this if you're not ready" Ryan told me. "I am ready" I told him firmly. "Sky, you haven't changed a bit, still as stubborn as ever""Well, it must be inherited" I laughed as I watched our son try to crawl to his pacifier. "I blame.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/779349/ Chapter Thirteen "Skylar, you have got to stay still" Robert said pushing me back down onto the little cot. "But Drake-" "Drake is dead. There's nothing you could've done, and it won't help anyone if you go and waste blood" "He's my best friend." I argued. "Shh, it'll be okay" Ryan said ho.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/775185/ If you think it's too personal, then don't read it http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/772984/ Sunday night came faster than I expected. In fact, I had just finished pulling back the covers on my bed when my cell phone rang. I sighed automatically dreading Antonio's call. I picked up the phone without really checking out the caller ID, "Hello?" "Hey Mercedes, um it's Jack" my sixteen year o.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/762900/ Good grief, why do I have to deal with dumb and dumber? Kill me now, I thought as I pulled my car up to a decent looking apartment building. I got out of my car and looked both ways to make sure nobody was following me. My neighbors are bad about dumping their kids on me. I don't even like kids, can.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/762265/ I entered the lunchroom prepared to burn Ryan like the dog he was, but he was already standing on my table. "Finally, our leader is here and I can share my announcement" he said. "What's going on?" I asked Shawn. "I don't know but he seemed pretty PO'ed last night" "Our leader says she doesn't.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/762247/ I'm gonna medicate myself for the last f*****g timeOne last night of my 'normal' disguiseThen I'll show you there is nothing insideAnd then you'll wish you had somewhere to hide I told you once, but I'll say it againThat I'm not the one who'll pay for your sinLoneliness will be your own stupid .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/761945/ Woo! Finally Chapter One is up! :D http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/760992/ "Miss Cain, are you associated with the defendant in any way?"'Objection, your Honor, the question is hearsay" I say as I watched Thomas pace back in forth in front of the witness. What on earth is he doing? "Sustained" the judge says. Good ole Uncle Bill. I glanced back at Thomas who looked somew.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/760941/ Description in the Author's Note(: http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/760939/ "Guys, I'm only going to say this once. We're not going to fight against each other. What if there are other potential threats out there that want to harm us? We need Drake's recruits. This is like a blessing in disguise" I preached on the kitchen counter where the food was served. Oh well. I saw.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/759660/ I don't want to leave ya'll hanging while I outline the chapters(: http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/758449/ Not sure what genre it is, so I put "Experimental" :/ http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/758360/ Chapter Sixteen"Okay, before we get on the buses to go to Universal, we'll go over the rules" Mr.Mathers, our sponser, said into the bullhorn. I rolled my eyes, "I'll give you the translation" I told my girls."Rule one, no PDA-""That means no making out when the teachers are looking""Rul.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/755923/ Chapter 15Kaylee's aunt Danielle, who was my favorite relative of hers, was getting married to a rocker guy with tattoos names Christian. I had just fixed the black ribbon around the waist of my pale pink maid's dress when Danielle walked in."Dang Danielle, you look hot" I said.She smiled as.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/755885/ I don't know why, but I think the universe hates me. First, Ryan totally punched Drake. Accident my butt. 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James stops undoublty to say a smart remark, but Hender speaks before he can. "What's wrong?""You knew" I said slightly smiling... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/745639/ Chapter 10"So what is it?" I asked as I sat down with them at lunch the next day."I can't say it where everyone can hear. You of all people should know gossip spreads fast""I wouldn't know, I don't listen to that bullpoopie""Meet me in the woods after school" Yukio said."You don't have t.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/745637/ Chapter 9"You're dead!" I yelled as I tackled Kylie. "You're not supposed to kiss a taken man" I say trying to hit her. Danny grabs my arms, but I shake him off. I hit her, hard."Are you crazy?" 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"We're out of.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/743988/ Man, why don'tcha grow some balls?Bitchin at me cuz I thought it was wrongShut your face b***h, this ain't about youBut if you want, I'll show what I can doYou pissed me off for the very last timeI'm trying to keep from going offIt's astounding how much of a coward you areHey, look I'v.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/737326/ Chapter 8"So we meet again" Drake said once he spotted me. "Do you have my sword?""Of course, I didn't think you'd give up without a trade""Lay it down at your feet, and I'll walk over there" He layed my sword in front of his feet and returned to his standing position. I slowly walked and me.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/734598/ "I'm so sorry for" Blah, blah, BLAH! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/733950/ Yeahhhh...not to thrilled with the name either >.> http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/725668/ Chapter SevenKaylee had asked to be alone when Hayden and Hender arrived. Well it's been five minutes and I'm hungry. I'm sure her and Hayden are finished talking by now. I walk into the livingroom and immediatley stop. Kaylee and Hayden were both sitting on the couch doing...nothing. Time to sp.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/725077/ Chapter Six"Hey Coach White, where's Coach Black?" I asked once I jogged over to my team mates with James."His daughter's playing on the little kid's team""Same time?" James asked."Yeah, but Jadyn's here. 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I raced up the stairs and barged into Hayden's room. He jumped a little as I came closer, "What?""You better tell me where that b*tch lives before I d.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/723479/ Chapter 2"Jadyn help me" Hayden whispered while dragging me to the lunchroom."Yo Brandon" I said and slapped his *ss. "What do you need help with?""Does James know about that?" "Know about what?" James asked as he walked with us."This" I said as I tapped his butt."Oh. Yeah, she even do.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/723453/ First chapter, full of crazy! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/723433/ http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/723431/ "I don't have to explain myself to you" I said as Silvia sat down in the chair beside me."Last time I checked you were in the hospital bed and I wasn't""Well, it's not like I told him to do it, in fact I threatened him, remember?""Then what were you going to do about it?""At first I was go.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/jennicarroll/723404/ "Cowards! Show yourselves!" I yelled as I felt the vehicle I was forced into stopped. "Always the impatient one" I heard a familiar voice say."Drake" I spat."Congradulations you won the guessing game! Your prize is me taking off your blind fold." 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