It started in my legs, then spread almost everywhere. My parents reported me, so I ran before I could be quarantined. My girlfriend, Wynona, joined me.
One night, in a cheap motel, it spread to my head. I was a robot.
Wynona smiled. Her legs had changed. She was next.
Seth Pilevsky lives in New York with his wife and five kids. His work has been published in the Long Island Literary Journal, Literally Stories, Memoir Magazine, Stinkwave’s Magazine and in the YA Anthology entitled, What Doesn’t Kill You. See more at spilevsky.com.
This works brilliantly. A very effective narrative arc and resolution.
Another SkyNet in the making!
Great tips. I also ‘winterize’ my car. I put a winter hat,coat,gloves, and blanket in the trunk for those days the temperature is warm in the morning but drops late day. Never heard of arm warmers. Is that for women or anyone? Thanks Caz.