Episode 8: A Ruby Red Perspective by Sandy Kay Slawson

Episode Title: “A Ruby Red Perspective” by Sandy Kay Slawson "Did I die and go to heaven?" Sergeant Joseph Wallace wrestles with discouragement about his injuries until a compassionate volunteer changes his perspective. Welcome to The Short Story Lounge, where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. Today we’re honored to share “A Ruby Red Perspective” written by Sandy Kay Slawson and read by Elizabeth Daghfal. If you enjoyed today’s story, please take a moment to follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple or Audible. Your support helps others discover clean short stories that refresh the soul. 📖 About the Story “A Ruby Red Perspective” by Sandy Kay Slawson is a poignant piece of historical fiction set in a 1953 VA hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. As the Korean War drags on, Sergeant Joseph Wallace wrestles with frustration, pain, and uncertainty about his recovery. When Ruby, a compassionate volunteer in striking red velvet shoes, enters his room, their candid exchange challenges his bitterness and shifts his outlook. This tender story explores healing, humility, and the unexpected ways hope can walk through a hospital door.   ✍️ About the Author Sandy Kay Slawson is a Christian Historical Romance writer, novelist, blogger for the Timeless Love newsletter, contributor to Mom Q’s Tips for Moms, Spark Flash Fiction, and Guidepost. Whether writing fiction, non-fiction, devotions, or in her relationships and routines, Sandy’s desire is to honor the Lord Jesus by pointing others to His everlasting love and truth. Author Links: Website: https://sandykayslawsonwriter.org Newsletter Signup: https://sandykayslawsonWriter.org/subscribe Newest Short Story “Cowboy Up”: https://BookHip.com/STTHTJR   🎙️ About Your Hosts Ruth Schmeckpeper writes contemporary and contemporary romance stories filled with grace, second chances, and the quiet ways God restores hearts. Her stories are encouragement wrapped in words — the kind that linger long after the last page. 👉 Subscribe to join Ruth’s reader family for monthly encouragement and book recommendations.   Elizabeth Daghfal writes stories of raw struggles, real hope, and a splash of wit. Her characters aren’t perfect. They’re authentic, struggling with doubts, fears, cravings, and sometimes just plain clumsiness—inspiring true-to-life tales that shine light in dark places and hope in the mayhem. 👉 Join Elizabeth’s reader family where you’ll receive messages of hope, plus author and recipe recommendations.   💙 About The Short Story Lounge The Short Story Lounge is a podcast featuring clean short stories written by new and seasoned authors. Each episode offers a quiet space to slow down and listen. Follow or subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss a story. New episodes will air the third Thursday of each month. 📌 Copyright “A Ruby Red Perspective” © 2026 by Sandy Kay Slawson. Used with permission. All rights reserved