Tag Archives: substance abuse

They had Thanksgiving dinner at Daniel’s parents’ house, as usual. Joy had cooked and baked the day before so that they would have their own leftovers for the coming days.  Joy had always agreed to dinner at the Jamison’s as … Continue reading →

Joy’s chosen way to forget about the trial was to immerse herself in the coming holidays. Her childhood memories always had her father working hard through the season. Her Mom had made the best effort she could, but they didn’t … Continue reading →

Joy sat with a cup of tea and thought about all she and Deanna had discussed. She felt badly for everything Deanna had been through. She also felt badly for lying to her; she just couldn’t bear the humiliation that … Continue reading →

Joy decided to reach out for some reassurance for all the worry and anxiety she was experiencing. She gave Deanna a call and they talked briefly about Joy’s concerns. They decided to get together and talk things through. Joy invited … Continue reading →

“I swear, Dr. Mayer. I have a feeling about this trial. Something bad is going to happen and totally screw up every good thing I’ve gotten going since the assault.” Joy paced around Dr. Mayer’s office with pent up nervous … Continue reading →

“So Jeremy, what all can Joy expect from this process?” Joy and Daniel sat in Jeremy’s office. It was redolent of a study; low lighting and dark wood. “Joy is the key witness and will be treated with kid gloves. … Continue reading →