“Are you sure you want to go to my parents’ place?” Joel asked Kira. “They will understand if you tell them that you would rather stay home.” “No, I want to go,” she replied. “Besides, everyone is dying to see the baby.” “I guess so and it’s Canada Day today.” “Yes, we usually spend Canada… Read More Canada Day and Family
It was early Saturday evening. The sun was streaming into the living-room. They had just returned from having dinner at their favorite Thai restaurant. She was standing by the window while Paul stood in front of the leather sofa, watching her. The sunlight was in his face and she could tell from his expression that… Read More Paul Tells Nita About Mrs. Lopez
“I feel so badly for Matt,” Kira said. “Me too,” Joel said. “He’s pretty cut up about Mel.” “I feel guilty for encouraging her to fight for Tanner.” “You shouldn’t feel guilty about that, Honey. You want Mel to be happy.” “I’m convinced that if she and Matt had stayed together, neither of them would… Read More Joel and Kira Discuss Family & Soccer
Chioma was relaxing on the sofa. It had been a busy week and she was tired but she was looking forward to the weekend, especially tomorrow which was Saturday. Tomorrow, Dushan and she were going to the Adventist Church Adaeze and Aamin had been attending for a while because they were both going to be… Read More Baptisms & The Ruth Problem
Antonia was sitting by the window in her bedroom, looking out. Weeks had gone by and still no visit from Laird. Why hadn’t he come? Didn’t he want to see her? She refused to believe what their father had told her. Laird didn’t hate her. He couldn’t. No, he simply couldn’t. When they were children… Read More Laird Visits Antonia
One would think that a baby, no matter the race, would get the optimum care at a hospital but that’s sadly not the case. A study has recently shown that black babies fare better, have a better chance of survival when in the care of a black doctor. And according to a CBC News report,… Read More Medical Care Racism
Laird was on his way home when he ran into his Aunt Margery. She was so happy to see him that she broke into a big smile and gave him a big hug. “It’s so good to see my favorite nephew,” she exclaimed. He smiled. “It’s good to see you too, Aunt Margery. How are… Read More Laird Learns About Antonia
Antonia was out of the hospital and back at the mansion with Mr. Pendlebury. She seemed to be fine and he was relieved about that but he still feared that she might have a relapse. He still hadn’t told Laird or Martina that Antonia had a mental breakdown and had been admitted to a hospital… Read More Antonia’s Back Home
“I guess you’ve heard the news,” Laird said to Emma who just stood there, beaming at him. He had just come home after running some errands. Emma was at his and Martina’s flat. The two women had gone shopping and to the spa afterwards. They had lunch when they came back, spent a couple of… Read More Emma Congratulates Laird
“Guess what?” Joel said to Kira. “What?” she asked, looking at him. “Gina has agreed to give Matt a divorce.” Kira’s eyes widened. “She has?” she exclaimed. “I thought she was going to fight him tooth and nail.” “I thought so too but Matt called me this morning at the office to tell me that… Read More Joel Tells Kira the News
Notes to Women 