She glanced at the clock, squinting. What she saw made her eyes pop open. She flew to the door and attempted to throw it open, but the chain stopped it. “Sorry, Reed,” she closed it and released the chain. “Was he very angry I wasn’t there on time?”...
Slade spoke to the woman who was clearly the housekeeper, “I would have a word with you.” “Yes, your grace.” He had a list for the woman, and he hoped she was equal to the task. “I ne...
His mother had simply said his bride must be “acceptable for our family’s position.” For her concession on that point, Finn was grateful. He had taken some time to look for the right wife, and he was now satisfied he had found her. Finn had been convinced he could find com...
This is a fearful thing. There was some hope in January when we were told the Soviet army had advanced into Poland. Today, the pastor spoke on praying for your enemy. I admit to having trouble with that. Is it not enough to not hope ill for them? I know the answer to that. I tried very hard to p...
“I hope the last patient didn’t leave these,” she commented, “because they’re beautiful.” Doris touched one of the petals, “Who would have thought of sunflowers and roses?” Molly pulled out the card and hand...