Author: Harlan Covington
**A Mother’s Story** Emily and David were the perfect couple—attractive, successful, comfortable financially—yet
“Try Harder, Dear” “You’ll need to work very hard to fit into our family, sweetheart,” Lydia declared
The tube station exit was jammed with people, everyone hesitating under the relentless downpour outside.
**”I Don’t Care Anymore!”** Charlotte stormed across the cramped living room, arms flailing. “
At first, Henry thought his mother had simply put on a bit of weight. But there was something odd about
**Diary Entry** *Monday, 15th May* “Who needs someone like you?” “Emily, don’t take
Oh, you’ve got to hear this story about Jenny—wherever she went, she turned heads. Dressed in the most
The woman cleaning the house felt sorry for the orphan and fed him while the owners were away.
The New Year holidays were winding down, and after days of rich food, Emma was ready for something simple.
The Mother-in-Law’s Summer Stay “Charlotte, why don’t I stay with you for the summer?”









