Urbanlife Stories

Death has come to the Saskatchewan prairies to pay a... visit? Or has he moved in already. Just the mundane existence of living among the rural city folk and learning how to exist in human form as Death. With his hooded, wool robe, he lives in Regina, Saskatchewan.

"You n Me" is a collection of poetry and prose based on bittersweet relationship of husband and wife, the better(bitter)halves. The snippets are inspired by some real life incidents from my life and from lives of people around me. Check if you find them relatable. 1. My Harum -Scarum wife is a comic piece based on the life of yours truly. This is a real time conversation between my husband and me. Disclaimer: I am as clumsy as the wife in the poem.😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜😜

"In a city of eight million people, why does the air only feel still on a six-foot strip of concrete?" For Lin Yi, the balcony is an escape. For Zhang Hao, it's a vantage point. They started as silhouettes in the dark-sharing nothing but the glow of the streetlights and a mutual need for silence. They aren't star-crossed lovers; they are just two people exhausted by the noise of the world, finding a rare kind of peace in each other's presence. What starts as a simple nod across the railing evolves into a steady, unspoken partnership. No pressure to be anyone else, no romantic expectations-just the quiet comfort of a neighbor who understands the weight of the city. The Balcony Bond is a tribute to the people who walk alongside us in the dark, proving that sometimes, a platonic connection is the strongest foundation we have.

Mara Soliven Character Profile: Mara Soliven Mara Soliven is an ordinary working woman living a highly structured, repetitive but peaceful life. Her story focuses on the beauty of routine and the quiet rhythm of everyday survival. Weekday Routine (Monday-Friday): Mara wakes up early in the morning and begins her day with simple personal care-getting out of bed, using the bathroom, washing her hands, and preparing herself for the day ahead. She then cooks or bakes a simple breakfast and eats quietly, sometimes scrolling through her phone or watching short videos. After eating, she does light exercise to keep her body active, then takes a bath, gets dressed, and goes to work. At work, she follows her usual responsibilities, completing tasks and interacting with coworkers. After work, she returns home tired but stable, entering her evening routine: Resting or relaxing Washing clothes or doing laundry Tending small plants Drinking coffee or tea Watching TV or playing mobile games Scrolling her phone Eating snacks Before sleeping, she brushes her teeth, takes another bath, and goes to bed-ready to repeat the cycle the next day. Weekend Routine (Saturday-Sunday): On weekends, Mara breaks slightly from repetition. She: Visits friends or family Goes grocery shopping for food and essentials Restocks her home and organizes her space On Sundays, she attends church, prays, and reflects quietly before returning home to rest. After that, she resets and returns to her weekday cycle. Theme of the Story: Mara Soliven's life is not about chaos or adventure, but about discipline, repetition, and quiet meaning found in everyday living.

Lilliana's world is turned upside down by the death of her mother, and an unexpected move to a new state, and she tries to start her life over. She makes new friends and creates a new identity for herself. But what happens when she meets someone with a mentality she's never seen before? Will she crack under pressure and give in? Or will she distance herself? Read to find out. ONGOING STORY.

CRAZY CRUISE. SYNOPSIS: 'Unlike poles attract' they say, Loui Paul's life wasn't exactly running smoothly, family, hobbies, business, Andrew Jones could say the same thing, a spy, known only in his field. An accidental meet up and a rookie mistake conjoins their destiny, Sparks, Fireflies, butterflies and roller coasters take them on a crazy, annoying yet unforgettable adventure along. Hidden figures lurk around the corner, will they survive who's out for them, follow them through this crazy cruise.

In the dark street of his hometown, a little thief fights to survive and avoid capture. A first person narrator short story set in the storyworld of citizen street

Scattered all over the city and yet they never go anywhere without someone guiding them.

Being a New Yorker isn't always easy, but Seth Hoffman is just trying to make the best of it. Of course, being dead makes things slightly easier. He spends his days hopping from possessed body to possessed body, enjoying the sights, having a drink now and then, and hanging out with the other dead and assorted freaks. However, afterlife is starting to feel kind of empty, and with the help of a moody medium and a skeleton in a dashing tuxedo, Seth will try and discover the reason why he hasn't moved past Earth yet, and how, in a messed up way, everything has it's purpose.

Every day, I pass by people I've never spoken to. Yet in my head, they live entire lives. This story is a collection of what I imagine, feel, and create in the silent space between me and the strangers I see. From the woman who cries on the 7:45 train to the boy who laughs too loudly at the library, these aren't just strangers - they're stories. Through my eyes, they become something more. A story of perception, emotion, and everything unsaid.

The Rhythm of Kutlwano Maboe is a powerful and inspiring journey of resilience, music, and personal transformation. Born into a life of loss and adversity, Kutlwano finds solace in hip-hop and rap, using music to heal from trauma and redefine his path. From surviving life-threatening encounters to rebuilding his life as a digital DJ, his story is one of overcoming the odds. This is a tale of self-discovery, faith, and the unbreakable spirit of creativity. Join Kutlwano as he turns pain into purpose, proving that music can be the ultimate guide to a brighter future.This description should captivate readers and provide a glimpse into the emotional depth and transformative power of your story.

Angel Williams had a hard life growing up. With a junky for a mother who would sell you just for a quick fix and an absentee father life was unbearable. At a young age Angel learned to fend for herself to survive this cold cruel world. With her less than perfect childhood it's no surprise that her attempts at love failed; making her come to the realization men DON'T love, they only care about the pleasurable favors you could offer them. To endure heartbreak and the life that was forced upon her she created an alter ego...SYN. Syn unlike Angel was built to deal with any situation, the only thing that mattered to her was sex and money. Growing up in an abusive home, Parker James became void of all feelings, which caused him to live reckless and not care whether he lived or died. Until one day he walked in a strip joint and his eyes landed on her. The pain and loneliness in her eyes pulled at the strings in Parkers heart. Giving it an unrecognizable double beat. She caused something to stir in him and he knew he had to have her and he was willing to do whatever it took to get her.

He didn't come to survive. He came to become something more. After a childhood stolen too early, shaped by loss, pain, and the unforgiving lessons of the streets, a boy walks into a new city with nothing but his scars and a decision. No past to return to. No future promised. Just a name he chose for himself- Renard. In a place where power is taken, not given, he refuses to live like prey. But the city doesn't welcome strangers... it tests them. As old wounds resurface and new enemies rise, Renard must decide who he truly is: a broken soul running from his past... or something far more dangerous. Because in this city, you either survive... or you take control.

This poem is written by David Huey edited by: Destinee Wilson If I turned around and walked away, would you notice I'm gone, Would you even care? When you look at me, do you see the smile on my face, Or do you see the tears I fight to hold inside? Do you see a strong, willful woman I portray, Or the scared little girl who never quite goes away? If I broke down and lost all control, Would you know how to handle me, Would you hold me 'til I stop shaking, Kiss away all of my tears? Would you know how to lift me up From a place far below recognition? You see me as strong and caring But I'm so much more. I'm sad, I'm lonely, I'm unpredictable, I'm broken, I'm irrational, I'm complicated. You say you want me, But you don't even know. You see who I let you see, Who I've always let you see, But what about the real me, The everyday me, The girl who never seems to get anything right The one who could break down at any given moment If loving you is wrong. then is that why sing such a sad song?

Two strangers share the same metro ride every day. Same time, different destinations-until a simple conversation turns routine into friendship.

Ray thought his biggest problem was loneliness. Turns out... he just hadn't met his new family yet. A house where peace is illegal, silence is suspicious, and every five minutes someone is either shouting, running, or causing a small-scale disaster. Between school life, ridiculous situations, and people who treat chaos like a hobby, Ray slowly realizes something important: His "quiet life" didn't end... it got kidnapped by loud people. And weirdly enough... he might be starting to enjoy it.