“Cupid’s Conundrum” – My February News and Views Short Story

Cupid’s got a bit of a problem.  He now appears old and decrepit, and he’s lost his will to pair up lovers.  In fact, on St. Valentine’s Day, he’s content to merely mope on a park bench, sulking.  What has brought Cupid to this lowly state, and is there any way Bernie and Patti can reenergize him?  Find out by reading “Cupid’s Conundrum” in this month’s issue of News and Views for the Young at Heart.

“Cupid’s Conundrum” can be found in both the Peoria and Bloomington editions of the free periodical, News and Views for the Young at Heart.

News & Views for the Young at Heart is at virtually any Bloomington-Normal medical facility.  You can also pick it up at the following locations:

-Sud’s Subaru
-Busey Bank on Fort Jesse
-Kroger on the corner of Landmark and Visa
-Commerce Bank on the corner of Towanda and College
-Tuffy Muffler on Vernon
-Kmart behind Kep’s Restaurant on IAA Drive
-Eastland Mall at the main door between JC Penny and Macy’s
-Kroger on Oakland Avenue
-Schnucks
-Jewel-Osco on Veterans Parkway
-Borders
-Kroger on Main Street
-Bloomington Public Library
-Drop Off Laundry on Main Street, across from Kroger

Or, if you live in the Peoria area, get your copy at:

-CVS Pharmacies
-Borders at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
-Save-a-Lot grocery store in Peoria Heights
-Hospital lobbies
-Barnato Pharmacy at Cub Foods in Peoria
-Kmart in Morton
-Methodist Atrium Building in Peoria
-Peoria Heights Library

The Peoria edition is also in most doctors’ offices and pharmacies in Pekin, Morton, Chillicothe, Lacon, Farmington, Canton, East Peoria, and Eureka.

If you have any comments about “Cupid’s Conundrum,” don’t hesitate to get in touch with me at scottwilliamfoley@gmail.com.

The Party’s Over: A New Year’s Story – January News and Views Short Story

Simon and Leigh are the “it” couple – or so they believe.  After years of crashing New Year’s parties, they finally get the surprise of their lives!  To find out what it is, read “The Party’s Over: A New Year’s Story” in this month’s issue of News and Views for the Young at Heart.   

“The Party’s Over: A New Year’s Story” can be found in both the Peoria and Bloomington editions of the free periodical, News and Views for the Young at Heart.

Bloomington News & Views for the Young at Heart is virtually at any Bloomington-Normal medical facility.  You can also pick it up at the following locations:

-Suds Subaru
-Busey Bank on Fort Jesse
-Kroger on the corner of Landmark and Visa
-Commerce Bank on the corner of Towanda and College
-Tuffy Muffler on Vernon
-Kmart behind Kep’s Restaurant on IAA Drive
-Eastland Mall at the main door between JC Penny and Macy’s
-Kroger on Oakland Avenue
-Schnucks
-Jewel-Osco on Veterans Parkway
-Borders
-Kroger on Main Street
-Bloomington Public Library
-Drop Off Laundry on Main Street, across from Kroger

Or, if you live in the Peoria area, get your copy at:

-CVS Pharmacies
-Borders at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
-Save-a-Lot grocery store in Peoria Heights
-Hospital lobbies
-Barnato Pharmacy at Cub Foods in Peoria
-Kmart in Morton
-Methodist Atrium Building in Peoria
-Peoria Heights Library

The Peoria edition is also in most doctors’ offices and pharmacies in Pekin, Morton, Chillicothe, Lacon, Farmington, Canton, East Peoria, and Eureka.

If you have any comments about “The Party’s Over: A New Year’s Story,” feel free to get in touch at scottwilliamfoley@gmail.com.

Christmas At the Golf Course – My December News and Views Short Story

Craig Gobel thought he had the golf course all to himself on Christmas day, so imagine his surprise when the biggest man he’d ever seen rolled up in a red golf cart decked out in silver sleigh bells.   

To read about Craig and his unusual fellow golfer, read “Christmas At the Golf Course,” my December short story found in both the Peoria and Bloomington editions of the free periodical, News and Views for the Young at Heart.

Bloomington News & Views for the Young at Heart is virtually at any Bloomington-Normal medical facility.  You can also pick it up at the following locations:

Suds Subaru
Busey Bank on Fort Jesse
Kroger on the corner of Landmark and Visa
Commerce Bank on the corner of Towanda and College
Tuffy Muffler on Vernon
Kmart behind Kep’s Restaurant on IAA Drive
Eastland Mall at the main door between JC Penny and Macy’s
Kroger on Oakland Avenue
Schnucks
Jewel-Osco on Veterans Parkway
Borders
Kroger on Main Street
Bloomington Public Library on Olive Street
Drop Off Laundry on Main Street, across from Kroger

Or, if you live in the Peoria area, get your copy at:

CVS Pharmacies
Borders at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
Save-a-Lot grocery store in Peoria Heights
Hospital lobbies
Barnato Pharmacy at Cub Foods in Peoria
KMart in Morton
Methodist Atrium Building in Peoria
Peoria Heights Library

The Peoria edition is also in most doctors’ offices and pharmacies in Pekin, Morton, Chillicothe, Lacon, Farmington, Canton, East Peoria, and Eureka.

If you have any comments about “Christmas At the Golf Course,” feel free to get in touch at scottwilliamfoley@gmail.com.

“Over My Dead Body” – October News and Views For the Young At Heart Short Story

Preston, Jared, Reggie, and Dale thought they’d be the first to successfully pull a prank on their math teacher, Mr. Washington.  But when Mr. Washington catches them in the act, he runs down his front porch, takes a terrible tumble upon his front walk, and doesn’t get up.  The boys soon discover their Halloween prank won’t be unraveling as planned.   

To find out what happens to Mr. Washington and the boys, read “Over My Dead Body,” my short story found in both the Peoria and Bloomington editions of the free periodical, News and Views for the Young at Heart.

Bloomington News & Views for the Young at Heart is virtually at any Bloomington-Normal medical facility.  You can also pick it up at the following locations:

Suds Subaru on the corner of Fort Jesse and Towanda
Busey Bank on Fort Jesse
Kroger on the corner of Landmark and Visa
Commerce Bank on the corner of Towanda and College
Tuffy Muffler on Vernon
Kmart behind Kep’s Restaurant on IAA Drive
Eastland Mall at the main door between JC Penny and Macy’s
Kroger on Oakland Avenue
Schnucks
Jewel-Osco on Veterans Parkway
Borders bookstore
Kroger on Main Street
Bloomington Public Library on Olive Street
Drop Off Laundry on Main Street, across from Kroger

Or, if you live in the Peoria area, get your copy at:

CVS Pharmacies
Borders bookstore at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
Save-a-Lot grocery store in Peoria Heights
Hospital lobbies
Barnato Pharmacy at Cub Foods in Peoria
KMart in Morton
Methodist Atrium Building in Peoria
Peoria Heights Library

The Peoria edition is also in most doctors’ offices and pharmacies in Pekin, Morton, Chillicothe, Lacon, Farmington, Canton, East Peoria, and Eureka.

I had a great time writing my Halloween story, “Over My Dead Body,” and if you want to share your thoughts on it, contact me at scottwilliamfoley@gmail.com.

Zest For Life Expo ’08 Appearance

I’m very pleased to announce that I’ll give a ten minute motivational talk on publishing your story (fiction or otherwise) before a book signing during the Zest for Life Expo at the Peoria Civic Center.

I’ll also have a booth during the two-day convention for signing books as well.

Hope you can come see me and take part in this exciting 50+ lifestyle extravaganza organized by Limelight Communications.

Information

What:         
Zest for Life Retirement Expo ’08

Where
:       
Peoria Civic Center

When
:        
September 26:  10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
September 27:  10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Motivational Talk
:         
September 26:  6:00 p.m.
September 27:  11:30 a.m.

Website
:
http://www.zesteez.com/

“He’ll Be Just Fine” – My July Bloomington News and Views Short Story

With my baby girl arriving any day now, I’ve had fatherhood on my mind quite a bit.  Such thoughts led to my latest story in Bloomington News & Views for the Young at Heart, “He’ll Be Just Fine.”  Forced to wait, George Murdock is left with his thoughts … and fears … about his role as a father.

You can find Bloomington News & Views for the Young at Heart, a free periodical, at virtually any Bloomington-Normal medical facility.  You can also find it at the following locations:

Suds Subaru on the corner of Fort Jesse and Towanda
Busey Bank on Fort Jesse
Kroger on the corner of Landmark and Visa
Commerce Bank on the corner of Towanda and College
Tuffy Muffler on Vernon
Kmart behind Kep’s restaurant on 1AA Drive
Eastland Mall at the main door between JC Penny and Macy’s
Kroger on Oakland Avenue
Schnucks
Jewell-Osco on Veterans Parkway
Borders bookstore
Kroger on Main Street
Bloomington Public Library on Olive Street
Drop Off Laundry on Main Street, across from Kroger

If you’d like to share your thoughts on “He’ll Be Just Fine,” feel free to contact me at scottwilliamfoley@gmail.com.

 

“Finish Strong” – My May Short Story in Bloomington News and Views for the Young at Heart

With the nice weather finally here, people are itching to get out there and do some jogging.  My latest story in Bloomington News & Views for the Young at Heart follows one such person, though she’s a rather atypical athlete.  It’s called “Finish Strong,” and it’s all about the courage to not only start, but finish as well.

You can find Bloomington News & Views for the Young at Heart, a free periodical, at virtually any Bloomington-Normal medical facility.  You can also find it at the following locations:

Suds Subaru on the corner of Fort Jesse and Towanda
Busey Bank on Fort Jesse
Kroger on the corner of Landmark and Visa
Commerce Bank on the corner of Towanda and College
Tuffy Muffler on Vernon
Kmart behind Kep’s restaurant on 1AA Drive
Eastland Mall at the main door between JC Penny and Macy’s
Kroger on Oakland Avenue
Schnucks
Jewell-Osco on Veterans Parkway
Borders bookstore
Kroger on Main Street
Bloomington Public Library on Olive Street
Drop Off Laundry on Main Street, across from Kroger

If you’d like to share your thoughts on “Finish Strong,” feel free to contact me at scottwilliamfoley@gmail.com.