Image by Trevillion "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 expecting …
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 …
Rehema Tells Her Mother About Trishan
Getty Image Rehema stared out of the window. She was thinking about Trishan and wondering what he was doing. Was he thinking about her? Was he alone in his flat or out somewhere with his girlfriend? She had texted him last night on What's App. "I asked your aunt for your number so that I …
A Funeral, a Divorce & Cheating
I was sitting listlessly in my living-room. I had just come home from visiting Aunt Savitri after we went to church. The sermon, Compassion Like Christ was very interesting and it held my attention from beginning to end. After the service, we mingled with the minister and other church members before we left. As we …
Church, Lunch & No to Marriage
"Are you happy that I came to church with you today?" Trishan asked his Aunt Savitri. "Of course!" "It's a nice church and the people are very friendly." "Yes. It's like my second home and the people are like my other family. They're always warm and welcoming to members and visitors alike. A lot of …
Flowers From Larry
PHOTO PROMPT © Jan Wayne Fields "I would like those flowers, please." "Sure. What's the occasion?" "My brother's funeral." "Very sorry to hear that. What happened?" "He was found shot outside of his house." "Oh, no. How horrible for his family. Does the police have any suspects?" "There aren't any suspects. It was suicide." "Suicide?" …
Mr. Pendlebury Levels With Antonia
"Antonia, we need to talk," Mr. Pendlebury's quiet but urgent voice startled her and she looked at him as he stood there in the doorway. "Yes, Father?" "May I come in?" "Yes, of course. Have a seat." "No, thanks. I'll remain standing." "Did you go out?" "Yes. I went to the cemetery." "Oh. I haven't …
Ede’s Rival
"Did you have a good birthday yesterday, Ede?" Ede was at the cosmetic shop where her friend worked. It was Isoka's lunch break and they were sitting outside in the shade. They had just finished having something to eat. "Yes, I did, Isoka." The highlight was when Pastor Hank called her in the morning to …
Laird and Martina Honeymooning
It was their first night in Bora Bora. They were staying in a beach villa at the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort with its private garden with private plunge pool. The comfortable living room opened onto the beach and they had dazzling views of the lagoon and the majestic Mount Otemanu. The bedroom was very …
Farewell, Father Desjardins
She was at the flower shop buying flowers for her grandmother who was celebrating her 70th birthday when she spotted Father Desjardins. He was talking to Mr. Cooper whose farm he had invited her to visit with him and a group of other people. It had been a fun excursion. She had even milked a …
Notes to Women 