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Scott Burkhalter

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Apr, 2024

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Leviathan Lurks

Scott Burkhalter

Submitted to Contest #272

It took my breath away everytime I drove this stretch of road even though I had driven it a million times. Behind a curtain of trees the sun danced in the wind with bursts of light across the asphalt. Occasionally a blinding light would break through and force me to gaze on the seas’ unwavering expanse. Yet in solitude, fear enveloped me. I kept the windows down to dampen the sweat and soothe my heart. I kept soft instrumental music on the radio, free from the threat of lyrics inadvertently stirring my emotions. My daughter’s home, once my h...

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Keep Safe Forever

Scott Burkhalter

Submitted to Contest #271

Sarai’s face glowed in the streams of sunlight that shone through the window. Behind the podium she spoke with warmth and fondness. We were there to offer our condolences to the family and friends of Robert Goodson. A man none of us knew until a few weeks ago - not even Sarai.  About two years ago Sarai opened an organic health goods store called “Earth’s Abundance - Natural Remedies and Treatments.” She never intended to get rich or cure cancer, she only wanted to help people however she could. She was a pharmacist by trade but wanted ...

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A Broken Home

Scott Burkhalter

“Dad.” “Levi.” “How’s mom?” Robert couldn’t look Levi in the eyes without telling the truth. “They’re still running tests. For now ... she’s stable.” Robert gained his composure and looked his son in the eyes. He owed him that much. “So they don’t know what it is! They don’t know shit! It’s been two fucking days and they don’t know shit?” “Yeah … yeah” Robert held back and exhaled with head bowed “fucking doctors.” “Why aren’t you with her?” “Your aunt Macie is with her right now. I just needed to check on you guys.” “We’re fine dad. But mom...

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