Mike Williams

“FROM START TO FINISH” by Mike Williams

The story starts during their high school years. It must start someplace! And thus, it shall. . . As Mike brewed his cup of tea, he reflected on the road he had traveled . . . Kathy and Tommy met during a summer neighborhood party. As is often typical with a few, they seemed to recognize each other upon their first introduction. The party around them seemed only to be background as they commenced getting to know each other under the invisible spotlight. It all seemed to happen in rapid fashion. Through most of t...

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“THE ELUSIVE HINGES” by Mike Williams

Submitted to Contest #126

The SoCo Brewery and Taphouse could be found in the small downtown on South Concho Avenue. During its five-year run, Mike stopped there to wet his whistle with a few pints twice each week. In the course of doing so, he met and thus acquired, many good friends. Mike learned of the small craft beer tavern by happenstance. It was previously an artistic women’s boutique. One day while driving by he spotted an old, decorated door on display just outside the front door of the boutique. Mike pulled his car over to inspect th...

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“THE SMALL WOODEN BOX ” by Mike Williams

Submitted to Contest #125

It was a good day for Grace Templeton. It was a bad day for Jonas Bard. Jonas managed to reach the bank just a few minutes before it closed. The teller frowned as she looked at the withdrawal amount. The other tellers were starting to close their cash drawers, while she was trying to garner up the large amount that was being withdrawn. Jonas had carried a small wooden box with him to the bank. The teller put the stack of bills in two envelopes. She gave the two envelopes to Jonas. He placed them into his box and...

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“THE BOX” by Mike Williams

Submitted to Contest #125

It was a good day for Grace Templeton. It was a bad day for Jonas Bard. Jonas managed to reach the bank just a few minutes before it closed. The teller frowned as she looked at the withdrawal amount. The other tellers were starting to close their cash drawers, while she was trying to garner up the large amount that was being withdrawn. Jonas had carried a small wooden box with him to the bank. The teller put the stack of bills in two envelopes. She gave the two envelopes to Jonas. He placed them into his box and...

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“A CURIOUS COMING OF AGE” by Mike Williams

Submitted to Contest #121

A CURIOUS COMING OF AGE          Edward worked at the auction house every other Saturday during the era of Prohibition.          His son, Bill, also worked at the auction house as a loading man. He wanted to help with the house expenses while he finished his schooling.          As a committed young man with developed muscles, he was easily the next new hire.      &...

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“LISTEN” by Mike Williams

Submitted to Contest #119

LISTEN              “Listen, now, to what I have to say, so that you might comprehend the reason for my concerns. It is a twisted tale that I shall tell you. Listen carefully,” Mark instructed.          It began with Mandy Daniels returning home from veterinarian school. In her late twenties, Mandy had purchased the veterinary clinic from a recently retired veterinarian who happened to be a friend of the family. La...

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“RED AND GOLD” by Mike Williams

Submitted to Contest #117

RED AND GOLD The trip had been bumpy. The lights of New Orleans were a very welcome sight. It was just about a year ago since Jim Henderson had accepted the position of Goodwill Representative for a major American oil company in Dallas, Texas. “I am beginning to get tired of the fundraisers,” Jim said to his wife, Louise.      “Honey, this one is special, and a bit different, as well,” she replied showing her own support. “New Orleans is in need, and Mardi Gras is about t...

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