Richard Kroyer

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2020

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“My girlfriend stole my dog” by Richard Kroyer

Submitted to Contest #182

My girlfriend stole my dog “Follow that car,” I yelled in the taxi driver’s window, pointing to the maroon mustang driven by my now ex-girlfriend. I jumped in the back and explained to the driver as we pursued. “That’s my ex-girlfriend, she came to the house to collect some of her things, but she left with my dog.” I pointed to the back window of her car and said to the driver, “See the dog in the back seat? He’s mine.” Nodding, the driver said, “Do you want me to try and cut her off?” The driver was probably hoping for a bigger tip, but ant...

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“A fork in my path” by Richard Kroyer

Submitted to Contest #181

Eddie unlocked the door to the shop he’d managed for eight years and worked in for the ten years before that. As he closed the door, Eddie thought to himself; I can’t imagine what I missed all these years I’ve worked in this shop. It would probably make me sad to know what I missed, but I feel it’s entirely essential to my evolution as a human being to understand. Most every day for the past few months, he would have similar ponderings. I think I’ve taken a wrong turn, and now I’m on the wrong path. Putting his code in to disable the alarm,...

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“New Year's resolution Kiss” by Richard Kroyer

Submitted to Contest #179

New Year's resolution Kiss With a bag over his shoulder, Dave walked into the coffee shop he'd been visiting for years. Greeted by the owner, "Hey Dave, good morning. It's December 31. What's your resolution?" Smiling, Dave said, "Good morning! I don't usually make resolutions. I have enough distractions without fabricating more." "I hear you. I'll get your coffee started." Returning to the conversation about the coming year, "It seems that resolutions could be about generating wistful hopes rather than looking sincerely at how an individual...

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“Delirium or Dream” by Richard Kroyer

Submitted to Contest #113

Kyle rests back into the hospital pillow and lets out a sigh.  “The doctor wants to keep an eye on that temperature of yours.” his wife says. “How do you feel?”  “I’m comfortable now, Sara. A little sleepy, I think or…” “Kyle, the nurse gave you something to help bring the fever down because it was so high. She said you might drift in and out before it comes down. The nurse told you all that before, but you just rest easy. I’ll be here when you wake.” “Okay, sounds good. I’ll just close my eyes for a bit then.” Kyle’s breathing soo...

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Author bio

Richard has had many diverse lifestyles, but a dog has been his constant companion and guide through them all. While working as an aviation mechanic, he had a yellow Lab at his side. While investigating philosophy and teaching Yoga, his Australian Shepard kept him company. While shoeing horses, a Blue Heeler would always accompany him. Through all the insights that often come with changes, a dog was there to share in the spoils and the pains. The biggest lesson in his life is learning to do unconditional love. And guess who shows it to him in action? Who better to point you in a positive direction than the dog?