LizAnne

By Peggy Briggs Hannah

LizAnne was to become the next First Lady of the State. The smooth-talking Ed Christie was certain to become the next Governor...until he was carted off to jail for alleged campaign wrong-doing. LizAnne needed a job, and she needed a job fast. And, to her surprise, a friend from twenty-something years ago became her new employer.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Peggy Briggs Hannah
• Release date: Jul 11, 2012
• ISBN: 9781476422893

Peggy Briggs Hannah

Peggy Hannah writes humorous sweet romance stories. She is a native of Houston and studied at Texas Tech University and The University of Houston. She enjoys writing sweet romance short stories, novellas, and novels.

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LizAnne

Peggy Hannah

Copyright 2012 Peggy Hannah

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My finger was pointed at the door bell. I hesitated and pulled my hand back. I pointed again and pushed the bell. I straightened my blouse, smoothed my hair, put on my best smile, and listened for any sounds inside the house. I waited. The door shot open. An angry-looking homeowner narrowed his eyes and glared at me.

Okay, this might be a mistake, I thought, but I need this job! I took in a deep breath trying to compose myself. And with confidence, I began my practiced spiel.

Good morning and hello. I’m responding to the ad about a housekeeping position. I hope I’m not ringing your doorbell too early, it’s just that I wanted to get the earliest chance possible…oops, your robe, Sir, it’s a little open…okay, maybe I’ll come back later or I could call first. It’s just that I’m very anxious to land this job, uh, I mean talk to you about possible employment in your home. You see, not only am I an excellent housekeeper but also an immaculate keeper of lawns. I could keep your lawn perfect…mowing, weeding, fertilizing…I’m LizAnne, LizAnne Christie, here’s my business card, I giggled. "I’ve always wanted to say that. I just made these business cards on the computer last night…you don’t think they’re too busy, do you? I have to admit, though, it’s a little hard reading my name and phone number through all the little pictures of apple pies and giant riding lawn mowers. It was my brother’s idea to put a Miss Universe ‘look-a-like’ waving as she weeds on all fours in the flower bed of somebody’s yard. He’s practically a genius when it comes to creative business card design at home, my brother, I mean. One look at my business cards and it makes you want to just jump right up and hire me, don’t you think? I’m sorry, we haven’t been formally introduced. I’m LizAnne Christie, my business card…oops, I think we’ve already done that." I came up for air.

LizAnne Christie, nice to see you again. The homeowner was running one hand through his hair and wiping his face with his other hand. Wait, what did he just say? Nice to see me again?

Now, LizAnne, The homeowner tugged at his robe and began speaking again. I’m sure it’s none of my business, we’ve only known each for the past twenty-something years. My late wife and I followed you and Ed Christie over the years as your pictures with Presidents, Secretaries of State, Heads of State appeared in newspapers, magazines, the news…yeah, Ed Christie was considered the front runner for the next candidate for Governor. I don’t get it, LizAnne, if you need a job, why not call one or two of Ed’s old cronies.

I lifted my chin, straightened my shoulders, and checked the back of my neckline ensuring that the discount store tag was neatly tucked inside. Because, Sir, I’m here at your doorstep this very early morning begging you, I mean answering your ad in the paper for a reliable, efficient, frugal housekeeper.

The homeowner smiled, tucked his head, and scratched the back of his neck. "Well, LizAnne, I think my daughters might have had something to do with the ad about the housekeeper,