Why I Write
When I write, I draw on my experiences as a woman with a painful past, a rapturous wife and mother, a world traveler, and a spiritualist. For me, writing is an art form. Like an artist, the work becomes more than I imagined it would be. When I set out to write a story with a particular idea or character in mind, words I cannot claim as my own flow from a magical and mysterious place through me and onto paper. The work takes on a life of its own; it is living art. The process fascinates me, satiates me, and makes my life more meaningful. Please read my stories! If you would like to offer me feedback on my work, please click here and sign up for a free membership: https://heftynicki.Writing.com I hope to see you there!
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Short Stories ~ My first (writing) love
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Welcome! My name is Nicki and I am the curator of this exhibit. Feel free to browse around and read at your leisure. My forte is the short story, which has been the launching point of my interest in creative writing, and my learning arena. Inevitably, a larger work has begun to brew in the depths of my imagination. As I enjoy the writing process, I continue to learn and hone my craft. To this end, I encourage your comments and feedback. I try to read, rate and review items of those kind enough to offer their time to my work.

If you scroll down to the bottom of this page, you will find several folders containing all my stories. Click on any folder title and a list of its contents will open and you will be able to read any story from there. Otherwise, here is a quick list of my favorite selections. Click on any title to read that story:


*Right* Newest story! *Smile*:
In The Face Of Danger Open in new Window. (13+)
When I was a Peace Corps volunteer, I learned the meaning of true danger -Winner SOYB 8/09
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Homage Open in new Window. (13+)
1st Place Winner of Short Shots 7/09; published in Literary Foray anthology 2010
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The Path Back Open in new Window. (XGC)
CAUTION: Erotica! Adults only, please.
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Stopgap Open in new Window. (18+)
Watch out for people who always have a plan .... and a 'tell.' Short Shots May '09
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 Don't Tempt Me Open in new Window. (13+)
Comedy about temptation; Quotation Inspiration April '09
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The Key Open in new Window. (13+)
An adopted girl receives a rusty, old key. Will it unlock her life's mysteries?
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The Sound of Consequences Open in new Window. (13+)
Lifetime wish comes w/consequences. Winner of the Rising Stars North Star contest!
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Unfinished Business Open in new Window. (13+)
My entry for August Quotation Inspiration Contest, closes Aug. 31, 2008
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The Fortune Teller Open in new Window. (13+)
Sometimes it's easier than you think to gaze into the future -- Contest Entry; Revised!
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Mariposa Open in new Window. (13+)
Life is unbearable when all hope is lost.
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The Way Forward Open in new Window. (13+)
A weekend gone horribly wrong shapes the future.
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Path of Open Doors Open in new Window. (E)
A stranger changes Jane's life forever.
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It was Tuesday Open in new Window. (E)
A young struggling volunteer finds friendship and inspiration start with 'Tuesday'
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A Shift in the Universe Open in new Window. (18+)
When one knows better, one does better.
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Walk with a Shark Open in new Window. (13+)
A woman seeking adventure remembers the past, affects the future
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A Little Drummer Boy Open in new Window. (E)
A young man is inspired to start a new holiday tradition.
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The Giving Lesson Open in new Window. (E)
Child's story about 4 animals who learn that giving is far more wonderful than receiving.
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After The Ice Open in new Window. (18+)
In a moment of panic, a man's life flashes before his eyes.
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Laughter Is The Best Medicine Open in new Window. (E)
Meal time is a time to be together, laughing, sharing, ... gagging...
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Family Legend: Rome N.Y. Recipe Open in new Window. (E)
Family lore is precious, but accurate?
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 Flight of Freedom Open in new Window. (E)
Flash fiction - A story about someone who can fly.
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 Broken Dreams Open in new Window. (13+)
First place winning entry: Prompted by a photo of a woman standing on a pier.
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 Commencement Open in new Window. (13+)
First Place Winning Entry - A Picture Is Worth A 1000 Words Contest
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 Under The Magnolia's Gaze Open in new Window. (13+)
Memoir piece recalling an incident that taught all those involved a lesson on humanity.
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Recently, I have been exploring structured and free verse poetry. Click on this folder to read -- but be warned, I am a novice poet!!
My Poetry Open in new Window. (13+)
From free form to structured, abstract to literal, all my poems are here
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*Right* Here is my latest poem -- Please review! *Smile*
The Call of a Whale Open in new Window. (E)
1st Place - Quotation Inspiration 6/09 Narrative shape poem written in iambic meter.
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Please sign my Guest Book, I would love to know you stopped by *Cool*
Gallery Guest Book Open in new Window. (E)
I am honoring the Angel Army this month! Stop in and check it out!
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Plague I received for winning the Rising Stars 2008 North Star contest

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[ Short Stories ~ 2020 ]
A return to my favorite hobby
[ Short Stories ~ 2011 ]
My most recent work, all penned during 2011
[ Short Stories - 2010 ]
Work penned in the year 2010
[ Short Stories - 2009 ]
My most recent work; I welcome your feedback!
[ Short Stories - 2008 ]
Been a while since I wrote these stories, but I'd love to hear what you think of them!
[ Short Stories - 2007 ]
Exploring a newfound passion....
[ Self Portraits in Non-Fiction ]
Memoirs and Autobiographical Writing
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