Field trips were supposed to be pleasant, permitted excuses away from school, but here was Ms. Fern on the bus sneakily trying to edge in characteristics of amphibians to the general conversation. It was something only Ms. Fern could do, without most people realising it. Suzy loved school work and Ms. Fern was a nice […]
Shinelle worked quickly with accuracy and precision. She was on the gold shimmering eyeshadow now; this customer wanted all the glitz and glamour. ‘Buzz’ the doorbell rang and in came her 3 o’clock appointment, Ms. Theresa. “Hey Ms. T! How are you?” “Great!” “Face cleansed, moisturised and prepped? I’ll be with you shortly.” As Shinelle
Tracy glided her hand over the freshly typed speech. She glanced at the clock – there was so much to do, so little time. This was Saturday afternoon and while most girls in her class were preparing to hit the club later, she was working. She was diligently working, because after all somebody had to
“Ahhh!” This was not easy. Captain Walkins paced up and down – his anxiety was beginning to show and he was truly wondering if he was in over his head. “Alright team, group up,” his rusty voice commanded. The cadets came together, sweating, looks of exhaustion etched on some faces. “The relief drive is going
Emily filled the watering can and swung it up and over the low hedge. She loved her plants but caring for them required so much effort now, she thought to herself. Flowering plants in particular, were her favourite. Nothing was as gorgeous as flowers. Ever since childhood, flowers fascinated her. She remembered being drawn to
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‘Poor fools,’ Sam thought, was he watched the line to the cashier stretch the entire width of his store. This was the best time of year. His profits were reaching for the stars and his bank accounts were bursting at the seams. Already, in his mind, the plans for expansion were concrete. Next year, profits
The walk in the forest had been uneventful so far. Tim did not know if he should be disappointed or relieved. There had been no mackerels sunning themselves on the river bank, the parrots had already left on their commute to the feeding ground and the wild hogs must have drunk their fill of water
Willie walked along the beach with his grandfather. The city with its traffic and noise seemed so far away. He really enjoyed these walks. The feel of the sand between his toes gave him a deep sense of happiness. The beach stretched on for a mile or so. A morning walk here took care of
Things were slow. Jobs were not coming in as fast as they used to. This economy was not as vibrant as it was before. Men and women were really concerned about how they were going to provide for their families. Rent, mortgage, car payments, maxi fare, food and gas bills… The list was endless. Mike
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Anisa breathed a sigh of relief as she finally located a parking space close to the salon. She valued the time spent in this place. Here, she felt valued, wantedand even loved. Of course, she knew she was just a paying customer, but given the way her life was crumbling around her ears, she appreciated
