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“Write a story that includes the phrase “under the weather” or “sick as a dog.””

Posted in Short Story on Dec 5, 2025

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Phillip, and Poor Tony.

Tucker Sloan

Weekly Contest #332

Trigger warning- some strong language, and suicide content. Phillip and Poor Tony. Part One- Sick Down To My Bones. Pacing back and forth, Tony could not control his speech as he vented to his caregiver, Phillip. “I can’t sleep! I’m afraid to sleep! You’re paid to be here with me. Can you, please, just listen? I’ll have to take a shower eventually. Dreading it. I’m actually scared about it. Will need you on stand-by in case I have another fall. Been fighting off a seizure, too. If my whole face becomes numb, or if my hands draw in- that’s co...

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