A short story about a Captain, who has been almost exclusive to the seas, and his wife journeying home. But alone at sea, what dangers will they find, and more importantly, what will they discover about each other?A sea Captain, having retired from his job at the local trade company, is on a long journey back to Philadelphia along with his wife. She trusts the Captain and his skill, but she has barely seen him in the past years. The voyages to sea have molded him into a survivalist. Will that come in handy when unexpected troubles arise at sea? What will his wife uncover when both bodies and minds are pushed to their limits?

What if Death gave you another chance to live? Lester, worn by sickness, lies still on his deathbed, while his sister sits by his side, worried beyond death. With regrets and anxiety draining them, they are joined by Death, and as the end nears, Lester fears for himself and what he is to leave behind. It is all hopeless, until a deal is struck with Death.Another leg on her life journey brings Lolita closer to discovering her true self. Wiley shows what confidence looks like and how to get it and L'ii Kayana demonstrates how to stay present in the moment. These two truckers teach Lolita some of life's lessons not taught by the family members who lived in the bizarre household she called home. Add in bottle rockets, cats and the "Happy Hiker", and this trip is one for the record books.

A short story looking into the lives and history of the celestial bodies that we take for granted.Millions of stars were born in the universe, but the Sun was unique. It knew there was a larger purpose to them all, and it set out to fulfill it. It will be difficult, involving harsh decisions and cosmic destruction, but it must be done. A tale of parents and children, of love and sacrifice, Children of the Universe portrays our celestial bodies as real characters who go through life changing experiences.