Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 4

An Unplanned Change of Residency Finally, under pressure through politicians the CSIRO got their wish, and Emma was granted a permanent residency. Emma asked permission to complete these tours with time off annually without pay to do that so her father’s money wouldn’t be wasted. She had five years now to do that and permission from Lenert to make quick trips to Germany once a … Continue reading Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 4

Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 3

Lenert’s Secret Jealous Interest There was a pause as Ray considered his attempt to explain and make amends to Emma. Translator had let them down this time. “The translator said Blute was Tree Blossom in English I’m so sorry for upsetting you. We meant no offence.” Emma broke out in peals of laughter to the surprise of the team. “The translator is correct, but this … Continue reading Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 3

Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 2

Introduction to a New Career Opportunity Lenert looked at Rachel and chuckled. Then turned to wave the tour driver off. “You’ve done your job well. Give my regards to Kathy when you get back and tell her I’ll see her in Brisbane next week when I go there on business. I need to know when the group of backpackers will be coming in next month … Continue reading Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 2

Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 1

The Healing Vacation Emma Wagner stood in line at the Brisbane international airport jet lagged and wondering if she’d made the right decision. She’d decided on impulse to backpack in Australia travelling and working over the twelve months allotted under the specific visa granted for those who qualified. Application process had been done online through the Australian Immigration website in Germany and approved. She was … Continue reading Emma’s Introduction to Terra Australis – Chapter 1

The Rescue and Remaking of Jon Travelly – Chapter 3

From Acceptance to Fulfilment It had been five years since Bill Claridge had rescued Jon Travelly from his dismal existence in the settlement of Redrock far to the west in cattle country. He was now twenty-three years old and no longer the skinny kid Bill had bought home and hosed down to take the filth of living on the streets of Redrock off him with … Continue reading The Rescue and Remaking of Jon Travelly – Chapter 3

The Rescue and Remaking of Jon Travelly – Chapter 2

Finding Acceptance at Last When the young man Jon was presented with his new clothes Bill drove them home on his motorcycle, parked it and spoke. “I don’t have any more time to spend searching out your teacher James and have a lot of work to do today and you’ll be paying for your board and keep by working with me as I’m not as … Continue reading The Rescue and Remaking of Jon Travelly – Chapter 2

The Rescue and Remaking of Jon Travelly – Chapter 1

Escape to the Unknown Jon Trevally sat in the back of the truck trailer proceeding east toward the coast. Every rut in the road had him bouncing around the metal floor with nothing to sit on and he could hardly breathe with the dust being generated as the truck raced over those dirt roads, but he was happy.  This had been a spur of the … Continue reading The Rescue and Remaking of Jon Travelly – Chapter 1

Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 5

Cultural Assimilation Jay spoke as he moved to address his father. “Adaraniy pita if you’re missing Gujarat so much then why don’t you return to help the family out as requested. As for us we want to make our future here in this new country and I’m prepared to manage your business affairs for you while you’re gone. How will such a return to India … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 5

Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 4

Trouble in the Ambani Clan Several months later the mystery for the Mehta family was solved. Gourav discovered his wife investment banker had been working her talents, so funds flowed into her own secret bank accounts he’d previously had no knowledge of until he happened to note some documents, she’d carelessly left unattended in her office. There was a huge fight in their apartment when … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 4

Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 3

Gaurav The Prodigal Son They were now into their second year, and Jay was conscious of his father’s request he do everything possible to hasten his return to take up responsibilities for the family. Brinda was into her own study program and enjoying her studies immensely. She was making friends with those in her class and delighted there was such a mix of cultures to … Continue reading Hanuman and the Goddess – Chapter 3