I got a text last night at 9:16pm and started getting upset. I grew up on the basis that you do not call someone after 8pm unless it is an emergency and I still feel the same way, although it now includes texts.

"Are you coming to bed?" He sent me a text from another room. I had no idea he had made it to bed, thinking he was still in his office, as the light was still on. I sat out here in the living room speaking to my son about a show on tv that we had both decided...

Man, it's been a while since I've done this. Hope I remember how to do this. Looks like we need to get back on the scattershooting bike and take this rusted thing for a spin.

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Ryan Seacrest may be the current host of "New Year's Rockin' Eve" on ABC-TV, but previous host Dick Clark is still around for the experience. And on this very fortnight while we all ring in yet another brand-new year, he is going to be present on our airwaves...

The 13,000 sq. ft. fitness center at 8256 Legacy Blvd in Lakewood Ranch makes it easy for residents of the Ranch to stay in shape: Cybex strength and cardio equipment, free weights and access to a personal trainer. The center offers aerobic, step, spinning, yoga, Pilates and other wellness programs for members. After your workout you can relax in the sauna, steam room and/or whirlpool or indulge yourself with a professional massage.

The athletic center features both a heated resort...

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch offers residents the opportunity to shop within their own community in a center that mimics the downtown Main streets that can be found in many small towns across the country.

Main Street offers approximately 30 specialty stores and boutiques mixed in with restaurants, a bank, a barbershop and salon/spa.

You can find home furnishings, buy a new bicycle to ride the many trails throughout the community, purchase pastries, shoes or fine jewelry....

Hello, and welcome to 'Short Stories'....done and written in the same spirit as Rod Sterlings 'Twilight Zone' which can never be touched in depth and originality...
But I do have stories of twistful tales, that pop in my head from time to time that I would like to share....

This first one is titled: Your wish is your command...

Our story takes us to room 143, located on the first...