Travelogue

"Travelogue" by Roger D. Aycock is a science fiction story that follows Wesley Filburn, a quiet man whose life takes a surprising turn when he rescues a small alien child. This act plunges him into a magical dimension filled with galactic travel agents who offer him the opportunity to explore amazing planets and unlocking his imagination. As Wesley journeys deeper into this new reality, he faces a difficult choice between the excitement of adventure and his responsibilities back home, including the expectation that he will marry, a decision that soon pulls him inexorably towards a distant destination. The tale navigates themes of exploration, fantasy, and the longing for connection. The story concludes with the protagonist’s departure, inviting readers to consider the balance between ordinary life and the irresistible draw of the unknown.