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 …
Amanda Hardcastle’s Visitor
Image by Richard Jenkins Amanda Hardcastle was in the garden, attempting to read her book but failing miserably. She feared that she would never see Frederick Livingston again although her mother assured her that he had promised that he would visit them before he returned to America. The last time he was there, it was …
Coming Home for Christmas
“Jürgen’s coming home for Christmas,” Mrs. Kiesler announced. “That’s great news,” Mr. Kiesler replied. “But, somehow you don’t seem very happy about it.” “Of course, I’m happy that he’s spending Christmas with us.” “Then, what’s wrong?” “I’m thinking about what Lena said.” “About seeing Jürgen with a teenage girl when Gunther and she visited Hamburg?” …
Antonia and Laird Meet
Getty Images) It was raining so, they arranged to meet downstairs in the lobby of the building where Laird and Martina lived instead of in Green Park. He had tried to discourage Antonia from coming and suggested meeting another time but, she insisted. So, he decided that he might as well get it over and …
Mr. Pendlebury’s Announcement
"What's the matter, Dad?" Antonia asked Mr. Pendlebury. "Nothing's the matter," was his evasive reply. Truth be told, he was concerned about how she would take the news about his engagement to her Aunt Margery. He had been putting it off for a while but he had to tell her sooner or later. And, he …
The Adaeze Problem & Christmas Plans
"So, it's really over between Adaeze and Aamin," Dushan said. "Unfortunately, yes," Chioma replied. "So, you think this guy she met last month is the reason?" "Yes!" "He must be someone very special for her to end her relationship with Aamin." "I guess so. Poor Aamin." "Yes, I feel so badly for him." "He's such …
Carla Visits Father Morelli
Photo by cottonbro on Pexels.com Father Morelli was in the loft reading the apostle Paul's letter to the Galatians. It was in preparation for his sermon on Sunday. He was going to address the question, Does one have to be circumcised in order to be a full Christian? Although circumcision wasn't practiced among Italy's Roman …
Date Updates
"So, how was your date with Eric?" "It wasn't a date." "What would you call it then?" "Two people going to a show together." "Hmm" "What about you little wine tasting adventure? Did you and your girlfriend have fun?" "She isn't my girlfriend." "What would you call her then?" "Someone I've been out with twice." …
The Mission
PHOTO PROMPT © Roger Bultot "What's this?" Nick asked, chuckling. "It's the neighborhood makeshift lunch table." "Very innovative. Your idea?" "Yes." "Thought so." "Aren't you forgetting something?" "Oh yes..." He kissed her. "You sure know make a girl's head spin." "I've some news that will make your head spin too." "What news?" "I'm going on …
Cate’s Revelation
Cate didn't share her news with Edward on the day he took her home from the hospital. In fact, it wasn't until about a couple of weeks later that she said to him, "I have some news I wanted to share with you before I tell Mother and Dad." They were at her flat. Edward …
Notes to Women 