New Neighbours – Chapter 4

Reverse Discrimination Lucas braced for an outburst from Angela but when that didn’t happen he turned to face Professor Khoury. “There was an incident in the Library that upset her Sir, I thought of taking her home so she could rest under supervision of Mrs Khoury. The Professor relaxed, “Good for you son, is there anything I need to look into at the Library?” “No … Continue reading New Neighbours – Chapter 4

New Neighbours – Chapter 3

Relationship Discovery After Lucas had finished his college work he decided to take a year off and learn from his father in the research wing of Bert’s company. His knowledge was still rudimentary so he’d not be paid by the company or assigned specific responsibilities but Bert gave him a very generous allowance from family funds so he could feel independent. Lucas was very intelligent … Continue reading New Neighbours – Chapter 3

New Neighbours – Chapter 1

Cultural Orientation Tess Sheffield paused from dinner preparation at the kitchen deck and looked at her husband Bert. “Did you hear that noise, it sounded like a big truck near the entrance to our driveway. Are you expecting any delivery for your workshop?” Bert grunted as you folded the newspaper and listened carefully. He stretched and arose from the comfortable chair in their family room. … Continue reading New Neighbours – Chapter 1

Rescued from Ruin – Chapter 3

Discovering the Truth Usually Claire checked on Richard on weekends but she’d been mulling over Cliff’s questions all night and decided she needed to finalize in her mind why she was pouring her time and finances into Richard so next morning phoned to inquire if Cliff would be able to meet with her next evening. This time it would be her restaurant and her treat. … Continue reading Rescued from Ruin – Chapter 3

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

Old Southern Ma Brinkworth

  Peggy Sue wiped hands on her apron in irritation and headed from the kitchen to the front door. Why were they so impatient, that was the second time in just seconds they’d hit that button and every time someone did that chimes in the hallway played a monotonous song she found to be annoying. She’d asked her husband Dennis Brinkworth to change the tune … Continue reading Old Southern Ma Brinkworth