Reading Room - Small Kindness by Vicky Loebel

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This story by Vicky Loebel is probably my favorite Christmas MFU story.  I post it here every year like clockwork because it has everything I need in a warmhearted, clever story about my favorite holiday, starring my favorite spies.  This one will make you smile, guaranteed. And take note of her new web address: vickyloebel.com
Small Kindness (A Christmas Story)

T'is the last day of the 12 days of Christmas Project!

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Here's your last chance to post
a holiday memory under the tree!

It would be great if you could share
something and make a cousin smile!

The twelve days of Christmas project.

ALL the cousins are welcome to visit and share a memory of
past holidays as a comment, and
leave it as a present under the tree.

Doesn't matter if you celebrate
Christmas, Chanukah, or Kwanza
Youre welcome to join in.
It's not just a
Christmas tree,
it's a symbol of happiness!

There's nothing like our treasured memories, they're gifts
that will be with us always!

Give someone a smile with one of your favorite personal
memories, anecdotes, stories, or songs
anything from your past holidays,
OR even what you're looking forward to this year!

Last chance to get into the Spirit!.
Today's the last day left
for the Christmas project!

"The Light of a Star" Redux Part 1

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It felt like snow. Illya Kuryakin was always good at predicting that; for a moment he shivered from the chill in the air as he hopped up the stairs to the door of the darkened brownstone. Identical to the other such buildings that lined this quiet city street, this one served a different purpose.

A paper sack was tucked under his arm as he inserted a key into the lock, and stepping inside; he cautiously drew his gun from its holster.

Minutes later he emerged, having ensured all was secure, and holding a small penlight, he flashed twice as a signal before returning it to his pocket.

Two figures emerged the black sedan parked across the street; a man and a woman, and quickly they crossed to the house and entered it.

The curtains drawn, Kuryakin turned on a lamp, finally shedding light on their surroundings.

"This is better than the last safe house we stayed in," he said, making a beeline for the kitchen.

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"The Light of a Star" Redux Part 2

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"I saw a small grocer that was still open when we passed, just a block away. Most places do stay open until five, so maybe I might just get lucky. It's worth a shot."

"Shot? Do not say that word my friend, you do not wish to bring any problems down on us." Illya was being his usual fatalistic self.

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"The Light of a Star" Redux Part 3/conclusion

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The lights were still on in the little grocery story, and Napoleon snapped his fingers, pleased at his luck. He opened the door, and a little brass bell, not unlike the one at Del Floria's tinkled its welcome.

Nodding his greeting to the older man behind the counter, he spoke to the man.

"You're Not closing yet are you? " Solo asked just to be polite, hoping the answer wouldn't be yes.

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