Her voice was like a melody, soft yet clear, and I found myself fumbling for words. “Uh, yeah, Gladys is… I think she’s in the library,” I managed to stutter. “Thanks,” Raina replied with a smile, turning to leave. She took a few steps, then hesitated. “You know, George, I’ve…
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Love, Loyalty, and a Mother’s Bond.
A Chance Encounter As I looked up, the vibrant African-colored dresses of a mother and her five kids caught my eye, their patterns swirling with cultural richness. Across from them, an Asian couple savored samosas, their laughter and enjoyment filling the air. I sat back with my chocolate milkshake on…
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The Price of Pure Love
Seated on a small chair lifting a small cup of tea to wash down one his two creamy fruit tea scone, he turns looks at me smiling and then with concern he says “Dad how come you don’t have a bun?”. I smile and inform him that they were not…
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Sharon’s Dilemma: The Cost of Love
The Junction You usually leave work in a huff on Fridays, eager to start the weekend and escape the week’s stress. However, today is different. You decide to take a breather and sit at the junction of the corridor, waiting for the office clerk who asked for a ride to…
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How Family Helps Love: The Wedding Day Surprise.
You wake up at 9 a.m. on a warm Saturday, eagerly anticipating your first cousin’s wedding. Meanwhile, the sun filters through the curtains, casting a golden glow on the room. You’ve chosen the perfect gift for the groom—a luxurious L’Oréal moisturizer and sophisticated Calvin Klein Eternity cologne. You’ve also carefully…