Anthony Scott
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A very heavy gift
NOTE: This story is intended to help parents who have adopted a child, or anyone close to them , who wants to discuss the topic of biological parents without judgment or idealization. Because each story is unique, read it first to decide if it will be helpful.
By Anthony Scott3 months ago in Families
The Morning That Wasn’t
The kitchen was warm, filled with the scent of cinnamon and fresh coffee. It wasn’t spotless, but it was lived-in—every counter, every shelf telling a story of countless meals and shared laughter. The mother moved through it with practiced ease, flipping pancakes on the griddle while sausages sizzled in the pan.
By Anthony Scott11 months ago in Fiction
I Choose Me
Recently, someone assumed I was in a relationship. When I told them I wasn’t, their reaction was almost comical—pure disbelief. As if being single at this stage in my life was some sort of failure. They asked why I wasn’t prioritizing love, and I just smiled. I could have given a long-winded explanation, but I didn’t feel like justifying my choices.
By Anthony Scott11 months ago in Journal
The Perfect Partner
Margaret entered the room, carrying a tray with two cups. “I made some coffee. Would you like some, Detectives?” Detective Harris exchanged a glance with his partner before replying, “Thank you, Mrs. Doyle, but we need you to answer a few questions first.”
By Anthony Scott11 months ago in Horror
The Breakfast Table
The kitchen was warm and filled with the scent of fresh bread and sizzling bacon. Unlike the spotless kitchens in magazines, this one was cluttered with well-used appliances, a stack of cookbooks, and the faintest trace of flour dust on the countertops. It was a kitchen of memories, where love was measured in cups of sugar and dashes of spice.
By Anthony Scott11 months ago in Fiction
Shadows of Yesterday
The rain poured relentlessly over the old apartment complex, its walls stained with time and neglect. In one of the dimly lit rooms, Elena sat on a torn couch, holding her little brother, Miguel, close to her chest. Their mother, Rosa, stood near the window, her hands clenched into fists as she faced the landlord.
By Anthony Scott11 months ago in Chapters
The Flow of Writing
When I first committed myself to writing, I thought discipline would be the key. I treated it like a structured job—showing up every day, ready to fill the page. But I quickly learned that writing isn’t just about discipline; it’s about rhythm.
By Anthony Scott11 months ago in Writers
Echoes of the Year’s Lessons
The past year unfolded like an unpredictable novel—filled with unexpected twists, overwhelming challenges, and quiet moments of realization. As I sit to reflect on 2024, one story stands out—a lesson that reshaped my perspective and redefined what resilience truly means.
By Anthony Scottabout a year ago in Motivation
