Richard
The weather forecast is for heavy snow; very seasonal. But given that the Threesome live in the mountains, it could kibosh the Christmas Day plans.
Better have Plan B in the background….
“Ross, can you make sure we have plenty in the house please, just in case we can’t travel on Christmas Day.”
He smiles. “I’m ahead of you, sir. I was looking at the forecast too. There’s plenty in the larder and the freezer, including an extra turkey. If it’s not needed, it’ll be good for the New Year.”
“Perfect. Thank you, Ross.”
What it is to have competent staff….
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Christmas morning: I wake to heavy silence. A bright and brilliant light diffuses through the drapes, but the only sound is that of Elizabeth’s breathing. She lies beside me, her chest rising and falling gently under the
