Matching Outfit

May 18, 2013 Joey Cope 0

I don’t want to make a big deal out of this because, after all, some day I may have a matching outfit. I’m a member of a local fitness club. The difference between a fitness club and a gym is that members of a fitness club don’t feel obligated to [read more]

My Place on the Corner

November 29, 2012 Joey Cope 1

My backpack leans against my thigh. Standing now for what seems hours, the bent metal frame presses into my gaunt flesh. It hurts. But it’s a pain that reminds me that I’m still here. Still standing. Still waiting. People look at me and read my sign, then look away. I [read more]

And justice prevails . . .

July 6, 2011 Joey Cope 7

I have to admit, I turned on CNN as soon as I received the newsflash on my phone. The jury in the Casey Anthony trial was coming in with a verdict! Moments later, millions of us watched as Ms. Anthony was found not guilty of all of the felony charges [read more]