Not Exactly a 7-11: A Colmado in Puerto Rico
“Not exactly a 7-11” resident writer Julie Helms describes a colmado, encountered on her recent trip to Puerto Rico.
Basking in Reflected Light
Does the brightness and warmth from her own light outshine a mirrored glow from the accomplishments of others? Resident Writer Julie Helms reflects on this question in her piece.
Donald and Heidi
When it is true and real, love finds a way to be given and received. Flash fiction by Julie Helms.
Preferred Privacy, Part 3
Readers are surprised, even incredulous, that our traveler has booked another cruise. Is she foolhardy? Why push her luck? Why take the risk? Perhaps she is arrogant… Resident Writer, Julie Helms presents Part 3 of Preferred Privacy.
Preferred Privacy, Part 2
A simple little wink may be a gesture of affection. It may confirm a secret shared. Could it message something else? Part 2 of a flash fiction piece by Julie Helms published on December 8, 2022.
Preferred Privacy
On a lovely cruise ship, some seek solitude. Others…not so much. A flash fiction piece by Julie Helms.
Northern Minnesota Travelog
Discovering the Mississippi, chowing down like a logger, and witnessing a native powwow contrast with quality time among close-knit generations in cozy lakeside cabins. Also…trees, trees, and more trees! Julie Helms takes us to Northern Minnesota.
Sheila
Brief encounters on board a cruise ship may create lasting impressions. Flash fiction by Julie Helms.
Beautiful, Bustling Victoria Is Laid-Back and Friendly
Dayle Dawes continues her Canadian travels to Victoria.
Vancouver is Vibrant, Youthful, Green and Sustainable
Dayle Dawes offers a travelog on the picturesque Canadian city, Vancouver.