NEW NEIGHBOUR Marvin Sinclair paused to check out what appeared to be movements in the next-door neighbour’s empty home alighting from his car after returning home from work at the end of his workday. He’d not seen any movement there since old Alex Robinson had died almost six months ago at age seventy-six though it was obvious someone must be caring for the property as … Continue reading THE CONTEST -CHAPTER 1
A Time of Change Gentle Deer was known to the Krause family and those who frequented their home and workshop as Helga. She’d visited the homeland of Chawathil First Nation traditional owners of the area of Canada where loggers operated on several occasions over the seven-year period she’d now been residing in Vancouver with her parents. She missed the company of her married sisters and … Continue reading Friendships Tried and Tested – Chapter 6
Repairing Broken Relationships It was at that point in time when first Otto returned home from his work followed half an hour later by Hans who marvelling at the silence in his home sped next door to find out what was happening. Both men were shocked at the transformation of the Krause backyard, but Otto was brimming with happiness at his son’s return and apologized … Continue reading Friendships Tried and Tested – Chapter 5
The Triumphant Return The letter from Ben in response to his father’s apology was positive. He was glad to forgive his father and to hear Otto approved his choice of Clara as his chosen partner for life. He told his father while his punishment had caused Ben physical and mental suffering in fact the event had done him a favour. He could never have saved … Continue reading Friendships Tried and Tested – Chapter 4
A New Life “Rudy I was serious when I said I wanted to take time off. I’m burned out and my health is suffering as a result. If I don’t take time off, I fear my next assignment will be at a hospital.” Rudy looked at him with pursed lips. “Jock there is a saying if you can’t take the heat then get out of … Continue reading Jock Discovers Love – Chapter 5
Compromised Jock was happy to leave the nursery and head for the dining room and wished everyone a happy evening as he departed. Andrea reached out and took his arm as he was heading out. “Thank you for coming tonight Mr. Geldard I’m feeling more positive now that you will establish a relationship with these babies. Take my advice and find a wife to replace … Continue reading Jock Discovers Love – Chapter 3
Stranger in the Home Andrea continued as Jock considered her statement. “You think about it Mr. Geldard. I’ll wait to bathe the children until you come to the nursery after your supper tomorrow evening, and you can observe me in action. If you forget after considering all your important work assignments, I’ll come and remind you. Very important for you to learn to be a … Continue reading Jock Discovers Love -Chapter 2
The Twins Steven and Jennifer Geldard were twins and from the time they were born they were inseparable. As babies they’d express their displeasure with loud wails of anguish if not in proximity. This was a huge worry to those responsible for their life in the vulnerable baby period and placing them together while they slept was dangerous as Steven with his baby jerking arm … Continue reading Jock Discovers Love – Chapter 1
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
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
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