Stories about Australia
From Heartbreaks to Happiness The more Gita thought about Anita’s request to marry Robert the more enthusiastic she became and was anxious to see a union with this man arranged. Robert had been most hospitable to her parents which they appreciated though to them he was still the foreigner who’d stolen their daughter and she’d died as a result. When Robert said nothing further about … Continue reading Dreams Shattered New Life Begins – Chapter 6
Anita’s Dying Wish Gita smiled winningly and Robert instantly liked this woman, but he noted in his peripheral vision Shakuntala seemed uncomfortable with this kind of informality. He ushered Gita into the kitchen and showed her where everything was kept asking if she’d like help bringing everything out. She shook her head and spoke. “Thank you for accepting us and we will be cooperative with … Continue reading Dreams Shattered New Life Begins – Chapter 5
The Attempted Kidnapping Meanwhile Anita was orienting to the different culture of Singapore. The one in charge was a Singaporean national named Jun Long which Anita in researching the name noted referred to rulership and the Chinese national symbol of the dragon. In his higher education at Oxford and Harvard he’d achieved the highest distinctions and been approached by several multinationals based in England and … Continue reading Dreams Shattered New Life Begins – Chapter 4
An International Merger But when they arrived in Rotorua all pretence was put aside once they’d confirmed there was no one there who they had to work with when they returned to Auckland. They were like Siamese twins for the long weekend and sad when they had to make the three hours trip back to Auckland and pretend they were not a committed couple. Robert … Continue reading Dreams Shattered New Life Begins – Chapter 3
The Romantic New Zealand Assignment Robert was amazed when the waiter returned his card with a receipt that popped his eyes out. He turned to Anita showing her the bill thinking they had undercharged him by mistake, but she urged him it was time to go saying she needed to get home and the waiter and in charge ushered them respectfully to the door. Anita … Continue reading Dreams Shattered New Life Begins – Chapter 2
Robert Meets Anita Robert Hill paused to look at his watch as he waited in the hotel reception area. He was to be met by the acting president of the Carmichael Health System who’d been pestering him for the past two weeks to interview for the presidency of the system. Robert had constantly indicated he had no interest in interviewing for any job. He’d operated … Continue reading Dreams Shattered New Life Begins – Chapter 1
End of an Era, New Beginning John sat stunned thinking of how his plans could fail and his father had just pronounced no way to return to the fold. “Give me the keys now!” John reached into his pocket and produced the keys to the business and house holding them momentarily while he gave quick thought to what he should do next. Len reached over … Continue reading Mason Family Turmoil to Recovery – Chapter 5
Trouble in the Barnard Family Sheila Mason began work for Len Barnard as a housekeeper and there was no hint of any impropriety between them. But over time Barnard grew fond of this woman who pulled out all stops to keep the home clean, cook and care for his children’s needs. Eventually Barnard asked if she felt she needed to return to her family and … Continue reading Mason Family Turmoil to Recovery – Chapter 4
Facebook Family Discoveries That evening after they’d returned home Trisha poured out her thanks to Anthony and Marion Sykes for all they’d done not only for her but her birth family as well. It had been a revealing afternoon, and she had a real glow of acceptance having met her brother and heard what had motivated her being separated from her father and brothers. She … Continue reading Mason Family Turmoil to Recovery – Chapter 3
Trish Learns About Family. Susan starstruck with this generous good looking young man Marcus Grainger replied without delay. “If you ask my father’s permission, I’ll agree to marry you and am not interested in seeking a rich man but a man who will love me and my children and be loyal to me throughout life. My parents are my role model for a happy married … Continue reading Mason Family Turmoil to Recovery – Chapter 2
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