Sometimes in life, there are such moments when complete despair sets in. You do not know what to do; you have to proceed. Such a period came in Sandra’s life at the end of the Fall. Her mother became seriously ill, and the girl stayed at her mother’s bedside for days and nights, caring for her as well as she could. Treatments required a large sum of money, and though her father was a military man, his salary was still insufficient for food and medicine. The medical expenses were such that the family could barely survive. But no one ever…
Author: town gist
Foreign met in their first year at University, and they immediately developed a close friendship. Michelle thought she was lucky because it was not always possible to meet such a perfect person in a lifetime – common interests, the same sense of humor, and outlook on life. All this was great, but the only thing that spoiled the perfect picture was Edgar’s girlfriends. She also observed that the young couple was not as emotionally close as she and Edgar. She quietly waited for them to break up, and soon it happened. But before Michelle could get overjoyed, Edgar began to…
It was a warm June evening. The man in the garage was going out for a beer. One of them had brows and assorted fish and was about to trade the company. Some Henry was walking home from work, tired. But he responded to his buddy’s call and sat down on the edge of the bench. He was in a losing mood and he didn’t feel like going home. He had a few drinks with the guys first, then went back to the shop and bought a couple more beers. The guys had already left and it was quite empty…
Heather was standing in front of her mother, stubbornly pressing her lips together, while her mother reprimanded her loudly, making sure that people outside could hear her. The girl felt uncomfortable, knowing that now all the neighbors would know that she had been fired again. “Mum, can you stop shouting so loud?” said Heather, unable to stand it. “Everyone is aware of what happened to me. And why should I hide the truth?” Resented, Sarah, Heather’s mother, replied, “You’re so fond of fighting for it, aren’t you? You speak without thinking of the consequences.” Heather made another unsuccessful attempt to…
June hurriedly got ready for work. It was early morning, but she felt neither tired nor sleepy. She quickly made her husband sandwiches, wrapped them in foil, and put them on the table. Harold worked in a car service, and they didn’t provide lunches, so he had to take something with him every time. June herself worked as a cook in the canteen. Her workplace was far from home, and she got up two hours earlier than her husband, so the early wakes didn’t bother her. It was drizzling rain outside, and June pulled down the umbrella that lay on…
Claire grew up in a family of dentists. From a young age, she did not need anything; her parents, professionals in their field, always put a priority on good treatment of patients, high quality of work, and affordable prices. That is why they decided to open their own dental clinic. Their patient flow only increased year by year and brought in considerable income. By the time Claire was born, her family could afford to live in splendid conditions. They could travel to expensive resorts, buy fashionable clothes and shoes. When it came to the question of enrolling in university, Claire’s…
I’m a mother of two, and I want to express just how fortunate I am to be married to an incredible man. I’m not saying this to brag or shower praise on my husband, like some people tend to do. No, I genuinely mean it. My husband is an extraordinary person. He’s not just a loving partner; he’s a thoughtful, caring, and selfless individual. He prioritizes my happiness and our children’s well-being above all else. He values my opinions, involves me in important decisions, and, in essence, embodies the qualities of a devoted family man. I’m absolutely certain of his…
I received a lot of advice when I shared my story, and nearly everyone urged me not to disclose the woman’s infidelity to her husband. The consensus was that I should mind my own business and let the couple handle their issues. This had always been my intention, but I felt the need to seek other perspectives, which is why I shared my story. Rather than being cast as the villain, I decided to be the person who brought some clarity to the situation. One evening, the woman came knocking on my door because she noticed my lights were still…
I met him two years ago. From the moment we met, he expressed his affection for me, and I reciprocated those feelings. However, one crucial concern weighed on my mind – was he married? So, I asked him, “Are you married?” He responded, “No, I’m not married, but I do have two children who live with their mother in one of my houses.” I was fine with him being a father as long as he wasn’t someone’s husband. With that question answered, I accepted his proposal. I genuinely liked him and was ready to commit. He didn’t hide anything about…
The house was warm and cozy. The wood was quietly crackling in the stove. A favorite TV show was on, and a snowstorm was howling outside the window. Mrs. Davis, an elderly woman who was a local nurse in the past, was comfortably sitting in an old worn-out chair, watching a movie and stroking her cat on her lap. Suddenly, there was a loud banging on the window. “Who’s out there in such weather?” the woman wondered and reluctantly went to look. She opened the door and froze in disbelief. A young pregnant girl was standing on her feet in…