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    A Low Act

    Wombat Bill posted new chapter in CRYSTALLINE

    Thomas called Virginia to arrange a visit to her Mallacoota property. “Well, it’s about time you gave yourself some time off and that man of yours. You work him too hard” “Don’t let him hear you say that. He’ll want more money” “I won’t get into that argument, but glad to hear you two are going to have some time to yourselves. You can have the property any time you like and for as long as you like. Treat it as your own holiday house. After all you are family, Thomas” “Thanks
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    Shortly after her husband’s arrest, Patricia started weekly counselling sessions, but after two months she had made no improvement and the sessions became twice weekly. Not only did her depression not lift but it was interspersed with periods of anger. “That is not unusual in such cases, Patricia” advised her psychiatrist “You probably feel you are swinging on a pendulum. Is that right?” “Yes, one day I just want to stay in bed and not face the world, then the next I feel like shouting
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    While Cook was preparing coffee for her and Thomas, she asked “This resort that’s going to open here, does that mean I’ll be expected to cook for all the guests?” “No, not at all, we’ll have professionals for that” The hands went to the hips again and Cook retorted “So I’m not a professional?” “Cook, sit down please” As she did, Thomas put his hand on hers and said “I don’t know anyone that I would rather have prepare a home cooked meal for me than you” “Oh that‘s sweet,
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    Truth Telling

    Wombat Bill posted new chapter in CRYSTALLINE

    After their mother had a few drinks and seemed relaxed, Patrick and Dante looked at each other across the yard, nodded in agreement and approached her. “Mum” said Dante “We have something we need to tell you” “Yes son, something I can help you with?” “Sort of Mum, but it’s more of a confession than a need for help” “Ooo a confession, I like the sound of that. What’s it about?” “Sex” “Sounding better all the time” “I...want to tell you that...” “Wait” she i
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    A clue to the money is in this chapter.
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    A Male Arrives

    Wombat Bill commented on Wombat Bill's story chapter in A Male Arrives

    This reminds me of a time when I went to see the Sydney Gay and Lesbian choir. After a few songs as one choir, they split into two groups. The girls sang "Sisters are doing it for themselves" and the boys countered with "It's raining men"
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    Hi Guys, thank you all for your comments and reactions to the story so far, especially @Summerabbacat, @ReaderPaul and @chris191070. Makes me a happy old writer. But I will leave you hanging off that cliff for a little while longer. I am going to suspend further publication of chapters until the formatting problem is fixed. It is just too difficult posting while this problem exists. Regards to all, @Wombat Bill
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    A month after their father’s arrest, the boys arrived home at four pm one day and could not fail to see their mother’s car smashed into the back of the garage, having demolished the back wall. Dante rushed to the car to see if his mother was there, while Patrick went into the house calling “Are you here Mum, are you ok?” “Yes, of course I am” she replied as she put down her glass of white wine she had treated herself to. “Why are you drinking Mum, are you ok?” asked Dante as he entered
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    After lunch, Cook asked Carol to stay behind and help with the dishes while she started dinner preparations. Head in the dishwasher and bum in the air, Carol asked “Cook?’ “Yes Carol” Then as she stood, continued “You don’t need help with the dishes, I’ve seen you wash dishes cook a three course meal and talk on the phone all at the same time. So, might this sudden need for help have something to do with your accusations at breakfast, that we are hiding something?” “Told you
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    Dante chose not to eat with the staff and instead prepared a simple meal for him and Thomas in their flat. He finished work early and had the meal underway before Thomas finished in the office. As he walked in to the flat, to freshen up before going to dinner in the house he saw Dante, wearing only boxers, preparing a salad. “What are you up to?” “I thought we might dine alone tonight” “Fine with me, what are we having?” “Smoked salmon salad with a special dressing, from a re
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    A few weeks later, Patrick sought out Dante in a remote part of the garden. “Dan, I’ve got something important to talk about and I need your permission for something, can you give me some time now?” “Sure, just talk away while I keep weeding” “You know Carol and I have become close” “Sure, but you don’t need my permission for that. We’re not joined at the hip” “It’s not that as such, but it is about my relationship with Carol” Dante stopped weeding, leaned back to s
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    A few nights later when Carol and Patrick were taking their regular after dinner walk in the garden, she asked “Tell me about you and Dante growing up. You must have lots of stories to tell about being twins. Did you play tricks on your parents or your friends?” “We did for a while but they soon sussed us out and would always say or do something that meant they thought we were trying to fool them. Even when we weren’t playing tricks they thought we were, so it was not fun anymore and we sto
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    No Secrets

    Wombat Bill posted new chapter in CRYSTALLINE

    The following morning Carol and Patrick entered the kitchen together and offered Cook an embarrassed smile. “Thanks for finally showing up Carol, I’ve got breakfast started” “Sorry we are late” said Patrick “Maybe I could help, to apologise for keeping Carol from her duties” “Good, Carol you set the tables and Patrick, can you make toast without burning down the house?” “Most certainly, it’s my specialty” “I look forward to seeing this. Knock up a batch of each, white, w
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    A Male Arrives

    Wombat Bill posted new chapter in CRYSTALLINE

    A few weeks later Carol was collecting laundry from Dante’s flat when she heard a motor bike coming down the driveway. At first she took no notice as she assumed it was Dante, until she remembered seeing him working in the garden as she went to the flat. Her curiosity now piqued she went to the window just in time to see another Ducati do a skid turn on the gravel drive and finally screech to a stop in front of the garage, but now facing in the opposite direction. Having not been given the
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    Thomas was put in charge of administration and accounting for the resort project. His first task was to put together a project team to manage the planning, construction, promotion and eventual launch of the resort. Jonathan and Lachlan agreed that Thomas should chair the team meetings. Their first was just the three of them and its main function was to decide on what expertise they needed and who to invite to the project team. “I don’t want the meetings to be too formal, but I will kee
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    Carol was excited when her online purchase arrived by mail. When Dante handed her the parcel, she blushed a little, prompting him to ask “Sorry if I embarrassed you, but...” “Oh it’s not you. In fact I’m completely over you now and have no further need of your services” “That’s good to hear, I have made a commitment to Thomas and would like to honour that promise” “Good for you...and Thomas. I hope you will both be very happy” “Thank you Carol, that means a lot to me, especia
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    Prologue

    Wombat Bill posted new chapter in CRYSTALLINE

    Six months earlier, Jonathan Price purchased the neighbouring property, Arcobaleno, at the suggestion of his partner, Lachlan. The property has assets that compliment the Crystalline property, such as a large manor house, stables, tennis court, spa and sauna, as well as staff accommodation. By combining the two properties Lachlan plans to develop an upmarket resort. Also resident at Crystalline are, Thomas, a long term employee of the Prices and his partner Dante, the gardener. Othe
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    CRYSTALLINE

    Wombat Bill posted a story in Fiction

    Ever wanted to own your own resort, play host and meet the many guests who come to stay. Here is your chance. This story stands alone, but most of the characters you may have previously met in the Appetites series, also known as Catering With Benefits. It is not necessary to have read the previous books but is recommended. We start with the characters resident at the property known as Crystalline. Along the way new characters are introduced and eventually they open a resort at the property. Many people come to stay at the resort and tell their own stories.
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    Juanito

    Wombat Bill commented on Wombat Bill's story chapter in Juanito

    A gold star for you @quttzik, first to get the joke.
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    On arrival at Poppy’s, Craig went straight to the kitchen for a briefing with Charlie, while Justin introduced Juanita to the front of house staff. He then gave her a brief tour of the restaurant and bar then left her at a booth in the bar so he could get on with his preparations for the evening service. After making a call, she went over to sit at the bar and struck up a conversation with Dean. “Welcome to Australia and to Dean’s Bar.” “Thank you, I think I’m going to like it her
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    It was the occasion of Juanito’s twenty-fifth birthday, and as the drinks loosened tongues, embarrassing stories of the birthday boy were shared. Edward said “I’ll never forget the time his cousin came to visit. She arrived early and caused so much confusion.” <> Craig and Justin were having a late breakfast, as there were not due at Poppy’s until mid-afternoon to prepare for the evening meal. They were planning to have a lazy morning until there was a ring at their door.
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    Side Salad 4 of the Catering With Benefits series. What happened when Juanito's cousin came to visit.
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    Posted on 26 March 2021 at 8:30AM by PETA Australia For the first time in history, no wild animal will be forced to perform under Australia’s big top, now that Stardust Circus – the last circus in Australia that was still using wild animals – has retired the lions and monkeys it was using. Here at PETA, we’re jumping for joy to hear it – and we’re far from alone! The overwhelming majority of Australians understand that captivity is a living hell for animals such as monkeys and lions an
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    @Summerabbacat, always the drama queen! @quttzik and @chris191070 are on the money.
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    Raj had breakfast with his new family before leaving to go to Edward and Romel’s for the day. Breakfast was served in the garden and made by Caleb and Gran in her flat. While Craig, Justin and Raj were drinking the orange juice, Caleb had set out earlier, Raj noticed how beautiful the garden was. The two resident gardeners had everything in perfect condition for the big day. Many natives were flowering, including the Bottle Brushes, the Grevilleas and the Dietes were just opening
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