My Funny Valentine

by J.A. Culican

My car looked like a steel fortune cookie crying strange tears of protest as the winch slowly pulled it higher and higher on the sloped ramp of the truck.

Rumor had it psychopaths tended to drink their coffee black.

Grandma Helen always said to treat aggravating men with kindness. Even the most hard-hearted villain loves a little sugar.

I love Big Bear Village with its twelve mini cabins,

Three, keys are one of the oldest of lucky charms.

remind me that red-tailed hawk sightings are good luck.

I’m happy she’s found someone who makes her blush.

when I started cold therapy.”

“My grandpa did some research and came across an intriguing idea. Daily cold showers can help strengthen the immune system.”

Aubrielle comes out of her room, and his expression softens. A real smile forms.

If he looks at her like this every day for the rest of their lives, I think maybe they have something that could last.