the fork in the road page 19

 the fork in the road page 19 by ric gustafson

Frank sat down next to Alvin. He was finishing breakfast.

" Good morning Alvin". He put a napkin into his lap. " How are you this sunny Wed morning?". A waiter came over with water and a menu. " How is the revision coming?".

" It's basically three fourths done". He sighed. " Mr Hanscom wants to see it this afternoon".

The waiter approached Frank. " Yes, I would like pancakes and two scrambled eggs".

Just then, Alvin's cell phone rang. " Hello". He dabbed his mouth with a napkin. " Honey, slow down". Fear entered his eyes. " Tell me exactly what happened?". He listened to the call. " First thing you need to do is call our insurance company". He sighed. " You'll have to figure out a place to stay for right now". He sighed again. " Don't worry, everything will be ok". He closed his cell phone.

" What's happened Alvin?".

" My wife got a call at work that our front drapes caught fire and caused major damage to the house". He lowered his head into his hands. " I can't believe all this is happening to me".

" Alvin". Frank took a sip of water. " Is it possible that God is trying to punish you for something?".

" No!". He pounded the table with his fist. " I will not blame God for my troubles".

He paid his bill. He left to go work on the revision.

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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric