THE NEXT DAY, AS PROMISED, Jess went back to bring her redundant art supplies. Kate readily opened the door this time and made the visitor feel welcome.
The children were beside themselves with excitement at having a visitor bearing gifts. They eagerly awaited to learn what she had brought for them. Jess sat them down on the little table before emptying the contents of the box.
‘Japanese tea?’ She heard Kate offer as the mother of two pottered in the kitchen.
‘That would be lovely,’ she replied before turning her attention back to the kids.
‘Crayons for you, Liam. Cris, these colouring pencils, art pads, oil paints, and brushes are for you. And, these beginner’s art books as well.’
Liam looked on, jealous of the pile of stuff given to his sister.
‘Do I get an art pad, too?’
‘Better
