Image by Trevillion The big day was here and it seemed like all of the English gentry were in attendance. Ladies escorted by their gentlemen made their grand entrance and the air was filled with voices and laughter as the host and hostess greeted them after they were announced. The ladies were dazzling in the …
Matchmaking for Frederick
Image by Trevillion “Felicity, I think Frederick should marry one of us.” “But we’re English and he’s American. And what about Rebecca?” “She's utterly unsuitable for him.” “You’re right, Cecily. Rebecca’s dreadfully jejune.” 30 Words This was written for Sammi Cox’s Weekend Writing Prompt Word jejune.
An English Vacation
Image by Trevillion "Freddy, must you walk so fast?" Rebecca demanded, holding her hat in place. "I'm quite out of breath trying to keep up with you." Frederick paused to glance over his shoulder at her. "You're just out of shape." "I am not!" she retorted. "I'm in perfect shape, thank you very much. Why, …
Gideon’s Afternoon with Chelsey
It was around 12pm on a Saturday and Gideon was on his way to Oxford to pick up Chelsey. They were going to Hollywood Bowl to bowl and to have something to eat afterwards. He was really looking forward to that and was relieved that Ruth didn't seem to mind. "I don't mind being alone," …
Holiday Season in Bratislava
It was the day after Christmas and the last day for celebrating Hanukkah. Dushan and Chioma were in their hotel suite in Bratislava getting ready to go to his cousin Havel's apartment for dinner with him and his girlfriend, Brigita. Chioma was still getting dressed and Dushan was waiting for her. As soon as Chioma …
Ruth’s Day Tour with Nigel
It was the weekend. On Saturday, Ruth and Nigel took a day trip by train to Bath where they visited the Roman Baths, took a relaxing dip in hot spring water at Thermae Bath Spa, visited one museum and one gallery, climbed Bath Abbey’s Tower, had lunch at elegant Georgian Pump Room Restaurant where they each enjoyed a …
A Photo Op
I met her when I was in Uganda. I was there on vacation. It was during the summer and I had always wanted to visit Uganda because of its ecotourism. I wanted to go along the Nile River and to take a cultural tour. There are lots of forests and national parks where I could …
The First Lesson
iStock Image Abebi was preparing her first lesson for Becket. She was beside herself with excitement. She couldn't wait to see him. They were going to have the lesson at the lake. It was too nice a day to be cooped up inside. Besides, he thought it would be better than being at his apartment. …
A Poem in Patois
PHOTO PROMPT © LIsa Fox "Mama, why did the pastor read that poem about a preacher named Uriah? Was he a real person?" "I don't know. It's possible that Louise Bennett knew someone like that." "Did she write the poem?" "Yes." "Did she speak English?" "Of course, she did. She was Jamaican." "Then, why couldn't I …
Teaching, Playwrights and Burgers
He reached the plank and emerged from the water. As he hoisted himself out of the water, with his hands flattened on the wood, he turned his head towards her direction. She could tell that he was looking at her. Her heart began to pound like crazy. Should she leave now before he got completely …
Notes to Women 