Far Fetched Fables

First Story: “Never Idle” by David Steffen (Originally published in Specutopia, July 2012). Jeremiah listened to each car as he walked through the busy mall parking lot, looking for one who could serve as both transportation and companion.  A minivan dreamt of frequent trips with her family to the soccer fields to watch the children play.  No, her family needed her, and they treated her well.  A sports car dreamt of blurred landscape and the feel of the wind pushing her to the ground.  No, too impulsive.  He needed someone dependable.  She might leave him at any time and never come back.  An aged sedan caught his eye.  The poor thing showed more rust than paint and her oil hadn’t been changed as often as it should have been.  Her seats were littered with trash.  She dreamt of an owner who was more neglectful...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.