Alexis Porter

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Aug, 2019

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2 Stories

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“Can You Truly Change?” by Alexis Porter

Submitted to Contest #42

The tall building was just one of many that scraped the clouds. My polished shoes squeaked under my feet and the dress shirt was tight against my chest, not as loose as it had fit previously. The deep gray color of my slacks were also pulled tight against the thick muscles of my thighs. The change in professions may have been hard and much more work, but at least it helped me out in that sense. I looked down at Emily, who was gripping my hand tightly and slightly tucked behind my leg. I couldn’t help the genuine smile that flooded my cheeks ...

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“Dad of the Year Award” by Alexis Porter

Submitted to Contest #16

The darkness is my haven. This is where I am safe. The familiar aroma of a dusty mattress wafted up my nose. Most people don’t experience the smell of a musty mattress after the sun sets and the breeze from outside brushes against the sheets. It’s more calming than anyone would imagine. The toys touching my nose and stabbing my side as I laid there were not bothering me as I listened intently. The sun had finally set. Everything was okay. Everything was calm again as I took a deep breath. Now you just wait for bedtime. The door swung o...

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