Options n’ Upshots

It’s time to close the door on this series that’s been filled with heartbreak and grief. How does it end for Leticia? A lovely Wednesday morning it was. A morning with the sun out in all its glory, surrounded by clear blue skies and very few clouds. In the Dawson household, it was a special […]

So the funerals are over. And as we approach the end of the series, what’s in store for us? Let’s see… “Hmmm. Leticia, are you sure about this?” “Yes, Reverend Bondzie. I’ve thought about it long enough, and I know it’s what I need. Look, I’ve tried my best, but it just isn’t working. Every

“Thomas was a loving father. An amazing husband. Someone I believed with all my heart that I’d spend the rest of my days with. From the day he asked me to be his wife, I was convinced beyond a shadow of a doubt that this was the man I’d grow grey hairs with, and it

Time to attend the funeral of Glori… Safe in the arms of Jesus, safe on His gentle breast, There, by His love o’ershaded, sweetly my soul shall rest… Those were the words of the solemn hymn sung by those present in the church as the service began in Holy Ghost Temple. The casket in which

Getting down from the trotro, Boahemaa blinked back the tears that threatened to force their way out, as she made her way to the church right in front of her. Mission Anglican Church. Following the events of the past week, she was no longer allowed to set foot in the Vanderpuye house. Glori’s parents were

“So we’re looking at the middle of next month. That’s about three or so weeks away. I personally don’t believe there’s the need for us to keep him for so long in the fridge. Let’s just get things in order quickly, and give him a proper send-off.” The senior Mr. Dawson looked at Mr. Adjei,

It was 7:50 am on a Wednesday morning. And it was a knock on the door that woke Leticia up. Stirring as she lifted herself to sit up on the bed, she looked at the two little human beings on each side of her. Denise to the left, Samuel to the right. They were still

So we’ve seen what’s going on with the surviving Dawsons. How about Glori’s family and friends? It was exactly a week since the tragic accident, and at the entrance of a compound house, there hung a big banner with Glori’s face on it. As one would expect, at the top, in clear capital letters, read

Seated on the balcony, Leticia sat in her usual chair, clad in black, her facial expression void of any emotion. Looking at the flowers being blown by the breeze, she took a deep sigh as she continued to wait patiently. She was expecting certain visitors. Thomas’ father and uncle. Was she looking forward to their

Welcome to the second season of Options n’ Upshots! So the first season had an unexpected end. We certainly didn’t see that coming. But how has the demise of Thomas and Glori impacted those left behind? Well, that’s what this season is here to answer. And be prepared for one dark season… Imagine a junction