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Andrew Cyr

About Andrew Cyr

Andrew spent his formative years in Washington State. Andrew discovered a passion for creative writing during high school, penning short stories and poems. Writing became a therapeutic outlet for Andrew as he navigated the challenges of foster care. Following graduation, Andrew enlisted in the army, serving four years as a paratrooper stationed at Ft. Bragg in North Carolina. The experience of putting his life on the line every day instilled a deep appreciation for the fragility of life and strengthened his faith in God. Upon completing his military service, Andrew returned to Washington and obtained a degree in general studies.
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Divorce Court Drama, By: Andrew Cyr

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Seth and Emma stoodopposite sidesof the courtroomwhere marriages go to dieand custody battles turnedinto fist fights and sometimesgunshots. Their lawyers accompaniedtheir briefs with briefcases. Seth wore a white dress shirtwithout a tie or a dime to his name.He moved a black comband gel through his hair. Seth’s tan pants and dark loafers toldthe judge that he tried to … [Read more...] about Divorce Court Drama, By: Andrew Cyr

Lost Love Found, By: Andrew Cyr

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Once time spilled into midnight,the echo of the July fireworks closedthe curtains on independence.The evenly trimmed grasson Franklin Park spread for milesand so did the attendeeson lawnchairs and picnic blanketswith coolers of drinks.Erin, my life’s love, would love this.I closed my eyes and inhaledthe Jo Malone on her neckline.I missed her, but she had plansthat included … [Read more...] about Lost Love Found, By: Andrew Cyr

Chardonnay and Nostalgia, By: Andrew Cyr

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Rekindling a decadeold high school flamehadn’t burned with a whisperof my lips lighting lettersthat I’d never send her,But I tested what I tastedone July evening.A dating site matched us.We made a date,and she arrived hours later.Lucy hit the doorbell.I fixed my beard and collarin the hall mirror.I opened the door,greeted her,and motioned her inside.Lucy’s Polo perfumereminded … [Read more...] about Chardonnay and Nostalgia, By: Andrew Cyr

Unexpected Love, By: Andrew Cyr

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A Seattle hospital was the last placeyou’d catch me, yet there I was.If no one needed to knowwhat I found out about Erin,what good would it do? I breathed the truthover hazelnut coffeesweet like syrupto sip what’s leftin a cup of jittersthat had nothing on hervivacious connection. I could talk around her,but thinking had becomethat of a nature second to none. Erin … [Read more...] about Unexpected Love, By: Andrew Cyr

Mia’s Liberation, By: Andrew Cyr

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Oliver planned to meet Miaat the river when the sun slippedbelow the horizon;he'd be there, and they'd escapethe weight of their religious parents.Mia prayed to decide wisely.She rolled down her passenger window.A river, reflecting the moon, flowed beyond the guardrail.Hills with stacks of evergreen treesrefreshed her lungs, replacing the city smog.Its calm motion softened the … [Read more...] about Mia’s Liberation, By: Andrew Cyr