Unforeseen Times

A story of friendship in Vermont

Short fiction: A childhood friend sweetens the life of a crusty Vermont snowplow operator after his mother's death.

George, a burly Vermont snowplow driver, never lets anyone drive his massive truck. It’s the only way to guarantee nothing gets hit.

He’s known about loss since the third grade. His mother always asked him to let joy into his life, but he keeps himself strong with bitter radicchio, black coffee, and wine as dry as dust. After she dies, her favorite poem inspires him to try a new, carefree, persona.

When he shows up as “Jack”, his childhood sweetheart wants to show him something sweet. There’s only one catch: she wants to drive his truck.