A Complex Choice
**The Difficult Choice** “Gran, I don’t want porridge,” Alfie muttered, shoving his plate
The Complex Choice
**A Difficult Decision** “Gran, I don’t want porridge,” Oliver whispered, pushing his plate
The Cost of Joy
The Price of Happiness Daniel lay on the sofa, eyes half-closed, listening to the sounds of the house
From Now On, Everything Will Change. I Promise…
**Diary Entry** Everything is going to be different now. I promise… My shift was nearly over.
Everything I Need to Explain to You, My Daughter…
“I need to explain everything to you, my daughter…” “Enjoy your meal!”
The Cost of Happiness
**The Price of Happiness** I lay on the sofa, eyes half-closed, listening to the sounds inside the flat
I Need to Explain Everything to You, My Daughter…
“I need to explain everything to you, my dear…” “Enjoy your meal!”
No Excuses: Time to Leave!
3rd May, London “You’ve got nothing to say for yourself.” Emily flung her arm out
No Excuses Left: A Moment of Truth
Emma flung her hand out, pointing toward the door. “You’ve got nothing to say to me. Just go!”
no excuses left: a daughter’s ultimatum
“You’ve got nothing to say to me.” Katy flung her hand toward the door, glaring at