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Join me while I navigate the chaos of contemporary living

The Mime

Posted on May 15, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

It’s hot. And it’s only May. The air is heavy and for once I’m not the only sweaty person on… Read more The Mime

Detour

Posted on April 23, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

Vancouver is a city that’s full of surprises. Not all of them good. You can try to plan and account… Read more Detour

Tomorrow Always Comes: Rapist Pt 2

Posted on April 20, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

Fate or the Fates or some old gods that people have forgotten about, or maybe just the balance of the… Read more Tomorrow Always Comes: Rapist Pt 2

The Lady In Yellow; or, Just Another Manic Monday

Posted on April 16, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

The door slides open when the skytrain stops. A female voice says: “Ow ouch ow.” Everyone looks up. She’s bright… Read more The Lady In Yellow; or, Just Another Manic Monday

Today Always Comes: Rapist Pt 1

Posted on April 13, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

He used to climb apartment buildings, sneak into suites and terrorize young vulnerable women who should have been safe in… Read more Today Always Comes: Rapist Pt 1

Forgotten Sins

Posted on April 12, 2018April 12, 2018 by notlordbyron

If you’re out early enough the air is crisp and not full of exhaust fumes yet. I don’t know if… Read more Forgotten Sins

The Usual Suspects

Posted on April 9, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

I feel the deep voice from across the room before I comprehend exactly what he’s saying. He’s a large man,… Read more The Usual Suspects

The Prowler

Posted on April 8, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

He’s bent over as he shuffles onto the skytrain like some chain-dragging ghost of Christmas past. He stands up to… Read more The Prowler

Some People Have To Suffer

Posted on April 4, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

It’s 3AM. My city sleeps. But not all of it. Some people need to be awake at this time. Some… Read more Some People Have To Suffer

The Fire Worm

Posted on March 29, 2018October 29, 2025 by notlordbyron

The view from the window is dark. Lights are scattered here and there like a blanket over the city. I… Read more The Fire Worm

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