“Alright, lads, fishing can wait,” decided Victor, grabbing the landing net. “Weve got to rescue the poor thing.” Victor steered the boat across the calm waters...
Margaret Elizabeth Whitmore carried a quiet ache in her chest, like a whisper that never faded. In 1979, when she was still young, she lost her...
Margaret Elizabeth Whitmore carried a quiet pain within her, like a persistent echo in her chest. In 1979, when she was still young, she lost her...
“Little one, who are you looking for?” I asked. A small girl, no older than six, stared up at me with wide eyes. “Im looking for...
The Child No One Could Make Speak Until She Arrived Emmas mother had been poorly for years. Every day was a struggleyet even in her weakest...
I remember the day when Oliver stepped over the threshold of our home. He was fivesmall, fragile, with wary eyes that seemed too large for his...
“If the baby looks anything like him, Ill refuse I swear on my life, Ill refuse!” Lacey said in a flat, lifeless voice. “Well, love, bit...
I remember the day Oliver stepped over our threshold. He was fivesmall, with wary eyes that seemed too large for his face. His hands clutched a...
Every afternoon after leaving secondary school, Thomas walked along the cobbled streets with his backpack slung over one shoulder and a wildflower carefully cradled in his...
“Your granddaughter is here.” “Your mum’s come to pick you up. Get your things together.” Most kids in care dream of hearing those words. But Emily...