Prologue
“Love at First Dip”
Mavis and Lumpy had decided to get married, and they planned a small do with a “hot and spicy” theme, a few close friends, and a celebrant on Skype.
“We want no fuss,” said Mavis. “Just lots of food, great photos, and belly dancing.”
Mavis and Lumpy have been an item for about a year – and a happy Mavis has taken a bit of getting used to. While I’ve spent the past year on my own, struggling with blocked drains and leaking roofs, Mavis has moved in with her soulmate – a man who loves to cook, occasionally cleans, and has even been seen stocking up on massage oils at the chemist.
Lumpy has turned out to be quite a catch. Not only is he comfortable with a hammer, he cooks like a pro – his latest passion being all things hot, spicy, and foreign. He can take mi
