A stripper gets caught in the act of impersonating a goddess... A painting comes to life...Two Sapphic edge-players put the pieces of a flower arrangement to unusual uses on their first date...  Need a bite? Here are some short stories that might satisfy you, whether your tastes run to the sweet, the savory, or even a touch of bitterness. But be forewarned: some of these amuse-bouches are as spicy as ghost peppers.