Absence Makes Hearts Grow Fonder

"being on call spoils the party but could make the evening elsewhere"

"I think that's my nomination for hostess of the year in the bin," Fiona said, looking at her guests with a frown.Being on-call was easy money, but once in a while, Fiona was reminded of its perils. She had invited...

Smoker’s Paradise

"Encountering a naughty neighbour in the smoking area"

It's a filthy habit. I knew I should quit. I'll stop tomorrow, I kept telling myself, once more contaminating my once fortress of a body, the long draw of nicotine too alluring to resist.I wasn't a heavy smoker, but I...

Halloween Body Art

"The Halloween costume needs some work"

"Can you help me with my Halloween costume?" she pleaded.My sexy Spanish neighbour needed help. She was lying on my sofa in just a lacy bra and knickers. I had pumpkin based Halloween henna tattoos.I started on her back, arms,...

Perhaps Halloween Isn’t So Bad

"Halloween provided unexpected fun"

Halloween was not my favourite day of the year. The creeping Americanisation of life in England was something I felt should be resisted at all costs. To that end, I had no decorations, and no house lights, making my house...