Chapter Eleven

Monday 11th August

18:42

Home

I worked all day – surprise, surprise. Jai ended up in hospital when a boy at school, Matthew pushed him in. Ruby told me there's been some bullying going on. She's pretty worried about Jai. I hope the school sort it out before things get out of hand.


Wednesday 13th August

22:11

Home

I've been busy working these last couple of days – as if I do anything else. But I did I spend the night with Roman on Tuesday. We had dinner and a movie. It was really nice actually. Things seem to be going well between us.

When I first came to this town, I thought the whole thing was going to be a disaster. I hated Morag and didn't get on with Dad. I was rubbing everyone up the wrong way, even when I didn't mean to.

But now it feels like things are settling down. Morag and Dad are apparently having a whale of a time away and of course my Ruby is here. I was so worried about her in boarding school but she seems to have really settled here. And I'm glad to be keeping an eye on her. I like to make sure she's safe. We're happy in our new home with Leah and VJ. It's great here. One of the happiest places I've lived.

Work is going great and I feel like I'm really getting along with my colleagues, especially Watson, although Jack is still very stressed about Martha's situation.

And I have a boyfriend who is gorgeous. The casual thing isn't exactly what I wanted but it's good enough for now. I never have been one for the serious thing so I'm happy with how things are right now. He really is lovely.


Thursday 14th August

23:04

Home

I went out for a drink with Roman tonight. He's pretty stressed right now. He had an argument with Elliot (who is now back in town) and can only be comforted by the fact that Nicole had one hundred per cent promised that she will stay away from him. He freaks me out and I'm a cop. I can't imagine what it would be like to be a vulnerable teenage girl. Actually, I can. I know exactly what it's like to be a teenager in danger. It can destroy your life.


Thursday 14th August

23:14

Home

Why does everything I think and do come back to that night?


Friday 15th August

16:45

Home

Well, I finished my working week and now I am having a cosy night in to myself. Ruby is out with her friends and Leah and VJ are spending the weekend with her parents so I am about to run myself a nice hot bath and start a new book. It might not be exciting to some but I'm happy!


Saturday 16th August

11:33

The Beach

I had a nice lazy morning then went for a run along the beach. That is one thing I absolutely love about living in Summer Bay. I love the sea, sand and surf. It's amazing. I ran for a bit and now I am stretched out in the sand writing and looking forward to a leisurely day. I do love weekends without work.


Saturday 16th August

22:49

Home

My day took me to the Surf Club where I had a drink with Angelo. He was his usual 'charming' self. Still, he makes me laugh. He didn't stop hitting on me all night of course, but I enjoyed spending time with him. If he'd only calm it down a little and accept that things are platonic between us, I think he and I could actually be really good friends. I don't think he means it anyway though. He flirts with everything that moves so I don't think there's anything really in it. He's sweet though. I like him.


Sunday 17th August

16:38

Home

Rubes and I went out for a nice long lunch in Yabbie Creek. It was great. I love spending time with her and we try to do something together every week. I think it's a special thing to do.

Sometimes I wonder how things would have turned out if I hadn't agreed to live as Ruby's sister. Would we have a close mother/daughter bond? Or would I have always found it impossible to be there for her the way she would have needed me? Would I have resented her for the restrictions having a baby so young, would impose? I don't know. I guess I'll never know. But I hope she knows that I love her with every beat of my heart.


Next time… Rachel doesn't show up at her own wedding and Charlie tries to be happy with her relationship with Roman…