The test had come back negative. She wasn't pregnant. She had hoped she was because of her late period and the metallic taste in mouth which turned out to as a result of the over-the-counter multi-vitamins she was taking. Bitter disappointment had filled her when she saw the one horizontal line on the display of …
Life Changes
She stared at the doctor. "I'm pregnant?" "Yes." She had suspected after she had missed her period and experienced symptoms such as headache, fatigue and breast tenderness. She had taken a pregnancy test which showed a positive result but she wanted to be absolutely sure so she made an appointment with her doctor who gave …
Good News, Finally
"I have good news for you, Kira. You're pregnant." Kira sat there looking stunned. Tears welled in her eyes. Finally, she had heard the words she had always longed to hear. Finally, God had answered her prayers. She couldn't wait to tell Joel the exciting news. "Wow," was all she could say at the moment. …
It’s Over
"I guess it's really over between you and Paul," Amy said. "I'm so sorry. I feel like it's my fault. If I hadn't opened my big mouth that day when you were in the shop..." "No. It's not your fault, Amy. It's mine. I did a stupid thing because I was afraid of losing him. …
Angie Comes Clean
"Start talking, Angela." Whenever he called her by her full name, he was angry. "Amy told the truth. I'm not really pregnant." He fought hard to remain calm. "So, your pregnancy is a fake one." "Yes. I didn't mean to lie to you, Paul. Honest." "You made me believe that you were pregnant, Angela when …
Deisha and Griff
Deisha was doing her stretches before going for her morning jog, thinking about Griff Cunningham. He was twice her age but that didn't matter to her. He was easily the most gorgeous man she knew. And she was madly in love with him. The fact that he was her Math teacher wasn't a problem, either, …
Period Sex
This week a group of friends and I were at a bridal shower for our only single friend, Monica, when the subject of having sex with your husband or boyfriend during menstruation came up. I was curious to hear what everyone had to say about it because my husband, David and I have been talking …
Emily/Snowfall #writephoto
It was snowing. It was the first snowfall on the season. Emily raised her head and closed her eyes. The flakes dropped like soft petals on to her face. She smiled. It was early in the morning. In a couple of hours, classes would begin. This was where she came every morning. This was where …
Bundles of Joy
For with God nothing will be impossible - Luke 1:37 As she sat by the window, looking out, she recalled those turbulent years when Mark and she were trying in vain to have children. They have been married for twelve years. They met through a mutual friend and it was love at first sight. They dated for a …
A Sobering Lesson
She fluffed the pillows and then reached for the mystery novel she bought yesterday, feeling nice and snug under the thick, downy comforter while it flurried outside. Just as she opened the book and began reading, the doorbell rang. At first she ignored it, thinking that someone had made a mistake. It happened sometimes. When …
Notes to Women 