Janie Cruz

“I'll Walk You Home” by Janie Cruz

Submitted to Contest #27

"Hello?" I answered my phone. "We sent you your next target. You've got until the end of the week." I hung up and checked my texts. I packed my bags and went down to the hotel lobby. "Hi, how can I help you?" the clerk asked."Hi. I'm checking out." "Ok. Name or room number?" "Room 302." She typed a few things on her computer. "Ok. You are all set." "Thanks." I smiled and left. I got to my truck, threw my bag in and drove off for the airport.******"Hello. Where are you off to today?" "Ashby, Australia. I have a prepaid ticket on my phone." "O...

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“My Music” by Janie Cruz

Submitted to Contest #26

I bobbed my head along to the music coming out of my earbuds. There was a knock on my door. I quickly took the earbuds and Ipod out and shoved them under my pillow. “Come in!” Mom opened the door. “Hey honey, whatcha doin’?” “Just some homework.” “How’s your music theory class coming along?” I sighed. “Fine.” “Well, since tomorrow’s your birthday, we wanted to do something special.” “Oh?” She and Dad came in holding badges. “We got you and your brother backstage passes to our concert tomorrow night!” They gave one to me. “You guys can get al...

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“My Heart” by Janie Cruz

Submitted to Contest #24

"This is breaking my heart." Micah said. "I know. But I'm not going to risk your life. We'll be okay." He took her in his arms and just held her. "4 days. No more." he said quietly. "4 days. Then this nightmare will be over." Torryn said. He kissed her forehead. They gave each other one last look and disappeared into the trees. Torryn held back the tears. This would work. They would meet back up in 4 days in a new town, start new lives, and never have to worry about this....thing, again.***Day 1/Torryn*** Torryn made her way down the dirt pa...

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“First Snow” by Janie Cruz

When my parents told me we were going to have to move a few months ago, I was furious. I didn't want to leave my friends. But so far, everything has gone pretty well. And it was supposed to snow tonight. This would be the first time I had ever seen snow. I was very excited. One of my new friends, Nick, promised to take me to the sledding hills where there would be plenty of room to run around and enjoy the beautiful, white, fluffy, stuff. 6 o'clock rolled around. My parents and I were cleaning up dinner. I kept looking out the window. Still...

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“Countdown” by Janie Cruz

A lot can happen in just a few hours. Or a few minutes. Or a few seconds. I got a text from Josh at 7. New plan. Don't meet at the dance. I'll pick you up at 11. I texted back: Okay? What should I plan for? A couple minutes later: A great view, a small hike, and to be a little chilly. I chuckled and let my parents know. "Where are you guys gonna go?" Mom asked. I shrugged, "Beats me." ****** 11 rolled around. I met Josh at his truck and got in. "Where are we going?" I asked. "You'll see." I playfully whacked his arm and turned up the radio....

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“I Don't Need a Dad” by Janie Cruz

Submitted to Contest #21

"Sweetie? Can you come down here for a minute?" "Yea Mom!" I put my notebook down and went downstairs. A dark haired, dark eyed, tan guy stood by the fireplace, on the opposite side as Mom. "Wow....You....you look just like your Mom." He breathed with a smile. I looked at Mom. "Who is this?" "Kacey...Let's sit down." They sat on the couches, but I stayed standing behind the loveseat. "I'm good." I said, eyeballing the man. She just nodded. "Okay....Kacey, when you were 7, you asked why you didn't have a dad. I told you he wasn't a good pers...

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“Someone You Know” by Janie Cruz

Submitted to Contest #20

"Stupid. That's all it is. I don't know why everyone makes such a big deal out of it." I growled. "Oh come on Kalley, it's gonna be fun. Please come with us!" "No thanks. You guys go have fun." "Kalley, just because you got stood up last year-" "Stop. Okay? Just stop. Just accept the fact I'm done with high school boys and dances and leave it at that." I stood and left. I got out to my car and saw a note on the windshield. I opened it. Dear Kalley, I would be honored if you would go to prom with me on Saturday. Now, I know you don't want to...

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“The Ring” by Janie Cruz

"It was just here!" I searched turned my pockets inside out and looked around on the floor. "What are you talking about?" I looked at Jane. She looked so beautiful. How could I ruin something so important? "Um....Give me just a minute Darlin', I'll be right back." I went to my room and searched it top to bottom. It was no where to be found. This didn't make sense. I put it in my pocket, went to pick up Jane, we got here, ate dinner, started dancing in the living room....... I turned and went back to the living room, where the dog was holding...

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“First Thanksgiving” by Janie Cruz

I took a deep breath and followed my husband inside his parents house. "Quincey! So glad you could come!" His mom gave me a big hug and took the pan of rolls from me. "I'll set those on the table. Why don't you take your coat off." Tom helped me take it off and hung it on the coat rack for me. He rubbed my back and ushered me into the kitchen. "Don't worry, you'll be fine." He whispered and kissed my cheek. We got into the kitchen. His Mom continued to cook and his dad and brothers were out back playing football. "Is there anything I can do ...

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“Why him?” by Janie Cruz

I walked down the cold, dark, street. No jacket, bruised, and trying not to cry. What a freak. Just my luck I would be the next victim of Tyler Malone. "Elizabeth?" I stopped and turned. Draven was just coming out of the restaurant. "What happened?" He asked as he came up to me. "Nothing. Maybe I just felt like taking a walk." "Without a jacket, you're bruised and limping. What, did you take a walk off a cliff?" "I'm fine Draven-" "Elizabeth...talk to me please." I gave in and followed him to his car. We rode in silence to his house. Once we...

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