Modern update to O. Henry's Gift of the Magi love story. A newly married couple make ironic sacrifices on Valentine's Day. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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After landing at SEATAC airport near Seattle, two friends drive around with Siri's navigation help. They discover Siri needs a supervisor. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Walking onto a stage for a church talent contest, a shy kid tries his hand at standup comedy. A surprise star in the making. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Two lost hikers refuse to answer a call from rescuers because they don't recognize the number. Will they answer a number unknown? Fiction short story based on real incident. Text and audio.

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A country girl gets overlooked during a dream date to a County Fair. Then her strong armed talents catch all eyes on the midway. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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After training for a sprint, a man returns to his Oklahoma roots for an annual race. He ends up chasing the aging town champion. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Caltech students attempt a Pasadena Rose Parade prank but the results are not as epic as planned. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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The office cheapskate misses out when his penny counting backfires spectacularly during an office lunch. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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After moving into a South Carolina neighborhood, a woman feels ambushed when asked to exchange Christmas Cookies. Then she realizes what the cookies are for. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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A Wisconsin college student brings a creative gift to a holiday gift swap party. The gift ends up in some unexpected hands. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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