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The Chianti Chronicles
A series of short stories by Kevin J. Cullen
From Vol. One: Fictional Tales of Vietnam Vets
Staring Down From the Edge of Life
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Overview:
Lukas, a “senior citizen hippie” is a man in his 70s. He met his wife Rachel at Woodstock 50 years ago shortly after returning from Vietnam. He is now contemplating suicide after an epically difficult year.
Excerpt:
As Christmas 2019 approached, Lukas Wagner was staring down from the edge of life. He glared at the handgun lying on the table to his left, next to a glass of Chianti and two thinly rolled joints. He lit one of the joints, then tasted his wine as Van Morrison tunes blanketed the room.
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