Thomas page 2

Thomas page 2 by ric gustafson


Thomas held onto the railing of the tender.
A sailor hooked a chain so that the gate was next to the gangplank. " Be careful coming up the gangplank".
Lady Duff and Tessa slowly walked up the gangplank and then stopped in front of an officer and an older gentleman.
" Welcome aboard the Titanic" Bruce Ismay said quietly as he tipped his bowler hat. " I hope your voyage on board is a good one".
Cosmo and Thomas followed the women into the ship. Later, as they watched the huge ship start the engines to depart, Thomas noticed a woman who was wearing a large hat waving goodbye.
" Mr Gordon, who is that?".
" I believe her name is Mrs Brown from Leadville Colorado". He stared at her for a moment. " I think she is a first class passenger".
" Mr Gordon, where am I staying on board?".
" Both you and Tessa are staying in steerage".


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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric