http://slow.writerscafe.org/tmv777 The original writings of author Tiffany Vakilian en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776015535 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 This chapter (5 of 22) begins with letters. When written, Fred was in minor jungle battles. A small break in the form of hot food and camp give him the dream to hope for getting home. -Tiffany V. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/tmv777/1634838/ This chapter (4 of 22) alters the unreality of Fred and Herman’s situation. After dropping acid in the Vietnam Jungle, the two friends trip on the past, present, and getting back. -Tiffany Vakilian http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/tmv777/1628652/ This chapter (3 of 22) baptizes by blood and broken innocence as Fred deals with “Enemy in the area”. The cost is severe, and to this day Fred pays. -Tiffany V. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/tmv777/1621706/ This chapter (2 of 22) brings into play God and the Black Panthers, and how Fred tried to find his way in them. Tiffany V. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/tmv777/1615758/ In this chapter you meet Fred’s best friend, his company, and his tension. Interspersed with letters home, you see the dual-life he tries to live, but I’ll leave you to form your own conclusions. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/tmv777/1609426/ Fred Rivera has a powerful story of war, racism and PTSD that needs to be shared with the world. As I am an ardent fan, I got his permission to submit the book in chapter form. Direct purchase avail. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/tmv777/1609423/