Pete ShmigelHotel CaliforniaShe wanted to talk, but Lana had learned to stay quiet, at least for the first hours, when Vadym came back from the Zero. And, she knew to…Jul 22Jul 22
Pete ShmigelDancingThe opening stanza of the waltz echoed off the walls of the underground passage. Partners joined wrinkled and spotted hands and began their…Jun 251Jun 251
Pete ShmigelCrossingThe announcer said that the train — crowded with women and their children — was nearing the last station before the border.Apr 26Apr 26
Pete ShmigelThe Next CardIt was the longest day of the year, and Lyuda and Rocky started it early.Mar 25Mar 25
Pete ShmigelFencingPersistent thumping and early morning glare woke Anton. As he opened his eyes, through a torn and flimsy curtain, he saw the sunflower…Mar 17Mar 17
Pete ShmigelPizza DeliveryWith the TV remote in one hand and a large glass of Chardonnay in the other, Valentina rapidly cycled through the news channels on her…Mar 15Mar 15
