Laurie Nave

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2019

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“Kevin's Perfect Gift” by Laurie Nave

Submitted to Contest #19

They agreed on a $200 spending limit. It was one of the most generous limits Julie and Kevin had imposed in their 15 year marriage. Julie was determined to spend it well. And it was time to begin shopping - today. Otherwise, she wouldn't be done by Christmas.“Good to see you again, Mrs. Dillard,” Joey, the Publix cashier interrupted her thoughts.“You too Joey. Are you done with exams?”“Yes ma'am. I got all A's.”“That's great! See, I told you chemistry wouldn't ruin your GPA.”Joey smiled as he scanned groceries. “Thanks, Mrs. D. That's $47.08...

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I'm a writer, musician, and instructional designer in the second century of my life.