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    Fallacy of the Mind: Alls Well that Ends Well, Part One
    Fallacy of the Mind: Alls Well that Ends Well, Part One
    Fallacy of the Mind: Alls Well that Ends Well, Part One
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    Fallacy of the Mind: Alls Well that Ends Well, Part One

    By Omar Osborne

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    Do words pierce souls deeper than any physical violence a person may suffer? Children are taught the “sticks and stones” ditty; but is it true that bad words can never hurt? A lone doctor hurt and haunted by her past, ventures down a spiraling path of chaos to turn her perception into reality.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOmar Osborne
    Release dateSep 8, 2011
    ISBN9781466018075
    Fallacy of the Mind: Alls Well that Ends Well, Part One

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      Fallacy of the Mind - Omar Osborne

      Fallacy of the Mind

      All’s Well That Ends Well

      Book One

      By Omar Osborne

      Smashwords Edition

      Copyright © 2011 Omar Osborne

      Smashwords Edition, License Notes

      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      Table of Contents

      • Chapter 1: All’s Well that Ends Well

      • Chapter 2: Mind Games

      • Chapter 3: Reality Shift

      • Chapter 4: Altered Thoughts

      • Chapter 5: Shared thoughts

      Chapter 1

      All’s Well that Ends Well

      Do words pierce souls deeper than any physical violence a person may suffer? Children are taught the sticks and stones ditty; but is it true that bad words can never hurt?

      * * *

      When Crystal entered the examination room, George was hanging his head. Hey, George. George looked up and tried to smile. Hello, Crystal. So how are things going? George’s expression went to fatigued hopefulness. As well as they could be, given the prognosis. Crystal sat on a black plastic stool across from George. Well, this medication and our overall treatments will help. Hopefully the cancer will go into full remission. George hung on her words hopefully and remission. Crystal was the one with a tired smile now. Just remember, George, to treat every day as a precious gift.

      I’ll try, George responded. You know how my Betty likes to nag, us having our fourth kid and all. Crystal laid the chart and a few files on the counter next to a stainless steel sink. George, I’ve been seeing you for the past decade. And every time, I get the same story from you. Are you ever going to change? George stood up. I don’t know doc. George exhaled slowly, and began to shuffle to the door. But I’ll take these pills and see you next week!"

      Bye, George. She yawned.

      George exited and Crystal gathered up the small pile of charts and files. What a day, she said aloud. Tanya called out to Crystal from the nurses’ station, It’s time to close up shop lady. Crystal nodded in affirmation. Yeah it’s been a long day. She leaned against the station counter and smirked, But you, Nurse Tanya, at least get to go home to Tony.

      Don’t even start, now! Tanya half-screeched. I told you that you should start dating again. Tanya continued noticeably irritated but cracking a smile to lighten the mood. I know Tanya. But I’m just not ready. Tanya looked puzzled, then after a visible moment of recollection asked, What about that smooth Italian you went on a blind date with?

      "Blind date? Crystal said in a mild tone of disgust. Should’ve been a deaf date for me and a mute date for him. That man spoke about everything, from his moles down to his athlete’s foot. I’m going to puke just thinking about it. Tanya laughed while standing up. Well, you have my number. Call me this weekend if you want to hang out. Tanya began walking away. I may, and I may not," Crystal responded.

      She gathered her own personal items and headed for the elevator. Calling out to nobody specific and everyone in general, she said, Bye everybody. Have a good weekend. She began to walk toward the elevator when she remembered some documents she needed to retrieve from her office. As she made her way back down the office hallways, a nurse looked up from her station, shook her head and called out, "You are always working. Crystal smiled. That’s because a doctor’s work is never done." After retrieving the documents she exited the building.

      While in the parking garage and before she got into her truck, she pulled a piece of paper out from under her driver’s side windshield wiper. What’s this? A voice that startled her responded, That’s a ticket, ma’am. But if you come to court, I will see what I can do about lowering the fine. The voice belonged to a uniformed policeman. Well thanks- she began while quickly looking at his ID tag opposite his badge. "…Frank…and have a good day. She frowned, got in her truck, and slammed the door. Just doing my job, good day," the cop responded as he waved his hand in mock friendliness.

      The distraction of a parking mishap did not alleviate her fatigue. Crystal yawned and turned on the radio. I guess I can make a quick stop by Fannie’s. She began driving down the road when she saw a couple arguing in the car next to her. Life is too precious. Why don’t people realize this? Not long after this thought, the past suddenly crashed into Crystal’s thoughts. The past. The voice. His voice. And it was alarmingly clear. I come home and dinner’s not ready! He pushed Crystal. You are useless! I’m trying to keep this marriage intact, but I need your help, she sobbed loudly. He grabbed her hair. My help? I work all day! Another push. I built this house and that’s how you talk to me? A shrieking horn brought Crystal skidding back into the present, along with shouting from a motorist behind her.

      Move it! the motorist yelled out his window.

      Sorry, she mouths and waves while attempting to look penitent in the rear view mirror. After a few minimal adventures in traffic, Crystal finally pulled her truck into Fannie’s driveway. She tiredly exited the car, and slowly walked to the front door and knocked. Hello, Dr. Lomax, Fannie said through a friendly smile as the door opened. Crystal furrowed her brow slightly. You know you can call me Crystal.

      Hey Crystal. Crystal recognized Todd’s voice before he appeared at the door with Fannie. Fannie reached behind herself to hug Todd’s neck. Hi, honey. She looked back at Crystal and winked. He got me flowers. Crystal’s eyebrows went from furrowed to smooth. "Wow. He sure is a changed man. Fannie nodded. You wouldn’t believe it! We go on walks together, and we’ve even taken a trip to visit my parents. She giggled. You know how much he despised my parents. Todd chuckled. Yeah doc, I’m feeling good."

      Well, that’s why I stopped by, said Crystal through a grin. So I will leave you two alone to enjoy your weekend. She continued now with a full smile spreading across her face. No way. Why don’t you stay for dinner? asked Fannie. Crystal was partially somber in tone. "Thanks but no thanks. I have some work to finish up

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