Estelle Westley

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Apr, 2020

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27 Stories

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“Riverman” by Estelle Westley

The Riverman had lived on the shores of the river all his life. He knew about the bird life that existed in the surrounding forests. How they mated and how they cared for and fed their young. He knew about the life cycle of the trout that his father had so loved to fish for. He could sit for hours and watch his father move his trout rod back and forth in the air and then gently let the lin...

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“Against All Odds” by Estelle Westley

Lilly looked down at Jake's still handsome face. He lay on his back, knees pulled up, eyes closed, and just a hint of a smile touching the corners his mouth. They had opened a bottle of Chardonnay to enjoy with their cheese and crackers and now Lilly was sitting with her back against the trunk of the huge oak tree where they had spread their picnic blanket. She was quite content as she picked up the last ...

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“Dancing In The Woods” by Estelle Westley

"Morning young lady and what is your name?" Abigail froze. Who said that! "It's me, Emma, and don't stand on me and break a wing!" Looking up at Abigail, with very big eyes, was Emma. Adorable in her green pointed hat, dancing and twirling in front of Abigail. She couldn't stand still. "Has the cat got your tongue, young lady?" Emma carried...

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“The Red Bus” by Estelle Westley

Has lockdown made me lethargic and lazy. Has lockdown taken away my joy and energy. Lockdown is not normal for mankind. I was basking in the sun as these thoughts ran through my mind. It was about a week ago that the announcement came that international travel was once again to reopen and as an avid traveler, my first thought was Great, now is the time to decide when and where to for the next...

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“My Coalition” by Estelle Westley

Lacy looked much older than what she was. In fact, she felt much older than what she was. What had happened these eighteen years for everything to be so drastically different now. When Robert had asked to marry me all those years ago, I was on cloud nine. There were great expectations of the life ahead with wonderful dreams. A house where Robert would come home to each evening. Two rosy cheeked k...

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“What Is Freedom?” by Estelle Westley

"I am here under lock and key and the world looks down on me, so why do I not feel the chains." Jamie Wright was serving a ten year jail sentence. This was year number six. He looked around his cell. Just the bare necessities. He lay down on his bunk with fingers entwined behind his head. Seven years ago my life had been so different. There were parties and girls any ...

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“Oh Jack!” by Estelle Westley

"Gaby, Mum asked me to go up to the cabin and check that all is good for Christmas but I have a deadline to meet...." "Oh I know what's coming, you want me to go up to the cabin and I bet you it's not a deadline you have to meet. It's a new date that you have. I can sass you out very quickly big brother." Gaby laughed. "Not a problem Jack, I could do with a weekend away in peace where I can do some wo...

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“It's Not About The Money.” by Estelle Westley

"Marcus! Marcus! Have you ever seen anything as beautiful as that walking through this work place of ours." "Where? What am I not seeing that is so beautiful?" "Sit down. Don't make it that obvious, now slowly look towards your left. The tall brunette with the sexy black dress making her way to Mr. Wilsons office. She strides through us minions as if she owns the place."

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“The Phone Call” by Estelle Westley

"I'm going to call my sister today!" Sandy thought if she said it out loud it would make her more determined to take this step. She scrolled down her contact list for her sister's number. No! I wouldn't know what to say, it's been twenty five years, will she just cut me off or she might not even answer her phone. She put her phone down and decided to make hersel...

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“Emma's Bucket List” by Estelle Westley

It was nearing the end of 2019 and it is was time to make those dreaded New Year's resolutions. After a morning of wracking her brain Emma sat down at her dining room table, opened her journal, picked up her pen. "Not this year!" she states out loud. This year I will make a bucket list to work towards. Not those silly - I'm going to loose 10 kilos by end of February or I'm going to w...

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“Maybe” by Estelle Westley

Leila's office was stifling hot and it was only eleven in the morning. She hated the air conditioner but it was time to switch it on again for some relief from the heat. If I leave at twelve I'll be there by six thirty and everyone will be so busy with dinner preparation, I will just be able to blend in without too much of an ado. She was looking forward to having some time away from all the p...

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“Take A Chance” by Estelle Westley

Still not comfortable with herself in this situation, Kitty looked out the window of the coach winding it's way along the beautiful coast line. The setting sun playing with colours on the water all the way to the horizon. She should have been in her element to experience this but not Kitty. This was the first time she did anything as adventurous as this. And on her own. Kitty was thankful that the seat ne...

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“Coconut Chocolate Balls” by Estelle Westley

Grandma Griffiths was sitting at the kitchen table amidst a hive of activity. "This is going to be a surprise Gran," Said Sue. She was one of the tween twins busy measuring coconut into a cup. "Mum told us how you always made these Coconut Chocolate Balls for the family at Christmas time. She has s...

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“Mabel” by Estelle Westley

First days can be so unnerving, especially your first day at high school and your first day at boarding school.Lucy was very excited to be at such a prestigious school. She was looking forward to making new friends. This was a whole new chapter of her life unfolding.The assembly hall was a hive of chatter and laughter. Old students were reuniting with hugs after the holidays and new students were trying to fit in. The house mother, Mrs Murray, took to the stage and a silence ascended on the girls. ...

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“It's A date - Part Four” by Estelle Westley

Continued From: Part One - M & M Part Two - Jealousy Makes You Evil Part Three - Can You Keep A Secret...

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