hovo.shakhkyan@gmail.com I never expected to find myself back in this tiny, dusty town in the middle of nowhere. But here I am, standing in front of the old wooden sign that reads “Welcome to Willow Creek”. The memories flood back to me, both painful and nostalgic. It’s been over 30 years since I left, but now … Read more
I never thought I’d find myself back here, in this quiet little town that holds so many memories. The air is heavy with nostalgia, tinged with a hint of apprehension as I drive down familiar streets that have changed so much over the years. But it’s not the buildings or the roads that tug at … Read more
Growing up, I always dreamed of being a professional baseball player. The sound of the crowd cheering, the feel of the bat connecting with the ball, it was intoxicating. But life had other plans for me, leading me down a different path, one that seemed to drift further and further away from my childhood dreams. … Read more
Growing up, my grandparents’ farm was a place of wonder and peace for me. The rolling hills, the smell of fresh hay, and the sound of cows mooing in the distance filled my days with joy. But one day, everything changed. It started with a simple argument between my parents and my grandparents over the … Read more
I’ll never forget the day I met him. It was a hot summer afternoon, and I was running late for my friend’s barbecue. As I rushed out the door, I noticed a puppy sitting on the sidewalk, looking lost and confused. Without a second thought, I scooped him up and decided to bring him with … Read more
As I stepped out of the shower, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror and froze. There, on my forehead, was a tattoo of a barcode. I had no memory of getting it, but it was undeniably real. Panic set in as I tried to scrub it off, but it was as permanent … Read more
[Intro — 400-500 words] Growing up, my father always told me that our family is cursed. He said that bad luck follows us wherever we go, like a shadow that we can never escape. But I never truly believed him until that fateful day when everything changed. It was a hot summer afternoon, and I … Read more
I never believed in love at first sight until that fateful day at the coffee shop. As I impatiently waited in line for my morning latte, I felt someone staring at me. I turned around and locked eyes with the most enchanting green irises I had ever seen. It was like time stood still as … Read more
I remember the day I met him like it was yesterday. It was raining cats and dogs, and I was running late for work. As I dashed across the street, I accidentally bumped into a stranger, sending both of us sprawling on the wet pavement. But instead of getting angry, he looked up at me … Read more
I’ll never forget the day I found out the shocking truth about my best friend. It was a sunny afternoon, and we were sitting in the park, chatting and laughing as usual. But then she dropped a bombshell that left me reeling. “I have something to tell you,” she said, her voice trembling. I could … Read more
