Linguistic Erosion

Contributor: Jerry Guarino - - Tony poured 32 ounces of hot water over loose Earl Grey tea into his clear glass teapot. He toasted a fresh slice of homemade brown bread and spread raspberry jam on top, then took both to his writing desk where his computer was playing new age music. Summer vacation was his favorite time of the year, away from the classroom, with time to catch up on diversions and fantasies. The sky was cloudy and the cool air glided through his window, the weather he liked best. Tony closed his eyes to capture the full sense of the cool air. The doorbell interrupted his peaceful state. Who could that be? Tony opened the door and was greeted by a beautiful young woman, maybe 24. “Excuse me sir. We’re collecting...

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