Once more we look at the topic of human relationships. It is the nature of people to want to connect with others. We are communal and tribal. As is often the case, we sometimes wish to cultivate deeper bonds with one, or a few, specific individuals. Other times, we wish to establish boundaries and distance ourselves from an individual. But are these feelings and motivations present from the start? Is the chemistry instantaneous? Or do we have to cultivate feelings one way or another? Sometimes, it takes a while. Of course, to truly answer these questions, examples can be helpful, so let me tell you about My Time With Mary.

TW: stalking, domestic violence, mentions of self harm

This story was written by Phillip Clark. It was directed, engineered, and edited by Phillip Clark. The Hidden Archives is created by Phillip Clark, and is produced by Phillip Clark and Nicole Clark of the Rhodes Collaborative Experience LLC.

Executive Producer: Phillip Clark

Co-Executive Producer: Nicole Clark

The “Curator” was voiced by Nicole Clark, and the story was read by Phillip Clark.

This, and every story, presented by the Hidden Archives is completely fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental. But, when it happens, it is somewhat disturbing, pretty cool, and kind of the point (sometimes).

Music: Theme is “Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 – 22 Variatio 21 Canone alla Settima” by J.S. Bach, and the story music was: "Nocturne in B flat minor, Op. 9 no. 1" by Frederic Chopin as the story music.

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