Queen Bee

Sweeter than honey — a Jack Shaw story (4)

‘Will Not Be Denied’ © 2021 Steve Williams

A warm, still Sunday morning in late spring. We’ve just risen after a lazy lie-in. The sun is already hot on the timber deck which overlooks my garden and the sparkling bay.

Ashleigh winds out the awning and sets the table for breakfast while I organise coffee. We’re starting to have a routine.