Brady Hicks

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Aug, 2023

Stories (4)

4 Stories

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“Monotonic Monday” by Brady Hicks

Submitted to Contest #218

“Scanning techniques: Identify target vein. Reevaluate to confirm anatomy and pathology. Draw a line of the vein on the skin. Some physicians want 5-10 cm intervals indicated to assist with anesthesia introduction. Keep the room warm to prevent vasospasm.” The professor mumbled.I am trying my hardest to stay present. I am trying my hardest to focus on the material and not the monotonicity, boring, slow, unenergetic, and just old-fashioned delivery of the instructor. There has to be a better way for us to learn this stuff...

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“Modern Hell” by Brady Hicks

Oh, great. My worst nightmare. This is literally the worst way to start my morning. I have to walk into this hell hole. This place of doom. This never-ending pit of death and despair. In the 15 seconds it has taken me to walk from my car, I have counted five lost souls enter.Damnit, here I go. My heart palpitates as I enter the realm of this modern-day hell. I come closer to actual death every time.“Can I get a venti, decaf, soy latte with an extra shot and cream? Please and thanks” is what I heard stan...

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“New Beginnings” by Brady Hicks

I do a lot of thinking in my old age. A lot of life reflections. Time, as it may have passed me by, has never truly left me. My memories, my stories, and, if any, my regrets, they all seem to catch back up to me in these moments of reflection. Maybe these moments are enticed by the evening sun. The Western set has a way of bringing out the most gorgeous shades of orange, red, and yellow. It alone is a si...

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“Admiration, Found” by Brady Hicks

Submitted to Contest #213

I don’t go to many funerals. I suppose it's a blessing the need to isn't there. I don’t really know what to expect from them. I don’t know their protocols. I don’t know their traditions. I’m typically not a sad person. I prefer to stay happy and positive. I was only there supporting my brother who worked with the deceased. I understand my brother and his coworkers’ emotions. But I prefer to make conscious decisions that ...

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Author bio

Just discovering myself and style.