Roopa

Ruth Shepherd looked at the baby in her arms and compared it to her own body. The baby was fair skinned like its father Brian, but it seemed quite content to be enclosed in her brown arms and attach to her greedily at feeding time. She marvelled at the miracle of birth that had produced her daughter from the union of two greatly different heritages … Continue reading Roopa

The Friend

Anxious thoughts flood the mind When present circumstances change Constant seeking how to find New solutions to arrange. When thinking danger is at hand Seeking other ways to deal Thoughts will beckon like the wind Most seemingly unreal. Times like these we need a friend To help us see the way ahead Urge us to a better end And save us from ill-fated dread. Friends … Continue reading The Friend

Rescued from Ruin – Chapter 2

Rehabilitation Media attention began to unsettle senior partners and Richard became aware he was becoming more of a liability than an asset to them. It was hinted increasingly that maybe it would be best for him to take a leave of absence for a while until media fervour calmed down. The stress was enormous, and he began to take medications to keep him on an … Continue reading Rescued from Ruin – Chapter 2

Thanksgiving Fire Engine Experience

“I did it, I did it!” Little Johnnie pulled on his mother’s skirt to get her attention and she sighed in resignation. “Yes, I know dear, you’ve been telling me that all afternoon!” Susan Wright was struggling with the cake mixer blades jammed at a most inopportune time. The pie mix was only half done and there were  items in the oven needing her to … Continue reading Thanksgiving Fire Engine Experience