http://slow.writerscafe.org/xxWriters4Lifexx The original writings of author Christie en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776422819 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 “Palacé, there’s something you need to know.”“It’s actually good news this time.”Toby clasped his hand onto mine for support as we were about to spill a huge secret.“Mom, we’re pregnant.” Toby told the news.At first, it was a sho.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/xxWriters4Lifexx/962015/ “You called the police, didn’t you?” Tom out bursted.“N-No.” I answered.There was pounding on Tom’s apartment door. He edged Kyle closer to me and removed the gun to point it at me. When the police noticed that no one was answering the door, they took charge... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/xxWriters4Lifexx/962014/ Everything was making more sense to me. I turned to Toby for support as I wanted to cry.“Why me?” I asked.My head rested on Toby’s shoulder while I cried. Things were starting to come back to me. 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You and Toby never sit here unless something drastic has happened.”Tears were already falling from my face as the sadness got worse.“I found out last night that my mom is leaving after she drops off Kyle at school. She’s going into t.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/xxWriters4Lifexx/961990/ “Hey, bud. Someone’s in a really good mood but you don’t need to pull me. I know where you live so it’s not an issue.” Toby said.Kyle stepped foot in the driveway and took off into the house as it was homework time. When Toby and I entered the house, Kyle was sitting .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/xxWriters4Lifexx/961989/ “You do know that you will have to face your mom sooner? Don’t be mad at her. She’s your mom.”“Toby, you don’t know my mom. She never lies to me or keeps secrets. I’m pissed at her because she told my boyfriend first before me. 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