"How could you think of doing such a thing? I'm deeply hurt." Florrie glared at her adopted brother, Harper. She was hurt, cut to the quick. After all these years of taking care of him and now he wanted to buy a slave woman to take her place. It was unthinkable and cruel. She fought …
Duties, Dreams, Hester & Miss Moore
Trevillion Image Frederick was walking through the gardens of Charleston. It was a fine day and he thought it would be a good idea to come and while the hours away. It was better than hanging about the plantation, struggling with his growing feelings for Hester. That morning when he was on his way down …
Marietta, Hester and Educated Slaves
Image by Richard Jenkins "What has captured your interest?" Mrs. Livingston asked her son. "You've been staring out of that window for the longest while." "It's a beautiful day," Frederick replied. "I'm thinking of going for a walk in the park." "Sounds like a good idea. I wish I could go with you but I'm …
Dinner & Scandal
PHOTO PROMPT © Jennifer Pendergast “Welcome back, Freddy.” “Thanks, Tucker.” “The table looks wonderful, Sally.” “Thank you, Maribelle.” “How was England, Freddy?” “Pleasant.” “Happy to have your son home again, Sally?” “I’m over the moon, Tucker.” “What lovely flowers, Sally.” “Thank you, Annamae. Hester picked them.” “Hester?” “The Johnsons’ former house slave.” “Speaking of the …
Frederick, the Whitlocks and Hester
Image by Trevillion Frederick was out in the garden. It was late in the afternoon and the weather was nice and cool. In about two hours the Whitlocks would be arriving at Cherryville to have dinner with the Livingstons. Mr. and Mrs. Whitlock was a very nice couple. They had three daughters--Scarlet, Marietta and Veda. …
Rebecca Leaves Frogmoss
Image by Richard Jenkins Rebecca was very thankful to be leaving Frogmoss. She couldn't bear to be there on the plantation and in that house any longer. It was a painful reminder of what had happened to her father and how close she had come to losing her mother. She had always believed in her …
Frederick Returns Home
Image by Trevillion "Oh, Freddy, it's so good to have you home again," Mrs. Livingston said to her son, her eyes filled with delight. "It's good to be home, Mother," he replied with a smile. He put his hat and walking stick down on the sofa and walked over to her. They hugged. "How did …
Facing Danger
Image by Adobe Stock Emmeline let herself into Vernon's room. She had seen him heading to the study a short while ago. She had to work quickly before someone came along and saw her. She closed the door and her eyes scanned the room for the jacket he was wearing last night. When she didn't …
Vernon’s Plan
Image by Deposits Photo "Looking for something?" Emmeline whirled around. "What do you mean by sneaking up on me like that?" she demanded. "What are you doing here? I thought you were in your room." "I might ask you the same question." "I was passing by and saw the light. What are you doing here?" …
Emmeline Reminisces
Image by Freepik Emmeline sat at the desk in her room. She had just finished writing a letter to Jed. Tomorrow, she would take the carriage into town and mail the letter. She wanted to go out for a change. She was tired on being cooped up in the house. She hoped that life here …
Notes to Women 