You started dating Summer a few months ago and things are slowly progressing. Getting alone time with her has been challenging and when you do Summer often falls asleep on you. In an attempt to have some quality time together you book a table at a Italian restaurant. Later you find out that She has been invited to a party the same night but agree to leave the party 20 minutes before the restaurant booking. Arriving at the party Summer is in her element chatting with everyone and bouncing around from group to group. As time fly by summer has a large group listening to her and she loving the attention. When you check the time you only have 15 minutes to get to the restaurant and softly tug on her sleeve. She carries on talking so you try to interrupt her but she turns briefly frowning at you and quickly speaks to you.

An old lady who lived in a small shack far out in the wilderness, who everyone believed lived in solitude died. The land with the shack on was placed into a auction and you bought it at a good price. So you drive out to start renovating the run down property and bring it upto a more modern look. As you enter the building there is a wood stove burning with a coffee pot on top. As you walk over to investigate something moves to your right catching your eye. Turning you come face to face with a young woman who looks nervously back at you. At first she silently watches you and then...

There is a roll-over on the lottery and when you go online the system is down and your already late for work. Cora your housemate offers to pick it up so you quickly scribble down your usual numbers and rush out the door. After a long day at work you check the lottery result on your way home and unbelievably see your numbers came up. Excitedly your pacing around the house when Cora comes home and your joy turns to sadness as Cora tells you she forgot to get the ticket. Totally gutted you take a good while to recover and get over it. A few weeks pass and Cora moves out saying she moving in with her boyfriend. Your life continues on as normal and you go to town to do some shopping. A brand new BMX pulls up in front of you and to your surprise Cora steps out from it. As soon as she sees you her behavior changes and she looks extremely nervous. On edge she stutters......

Lucy was your very best friend from kindergarten until your mid teens. At weekends you would go swimming or ride your bikes around the town and the evenings watch movies or listen to music. Week days you would do homework together and play in the local park until as late as possible. In a game of truth or dare you shared your first kiss and the connection grow. Everything changed when her parents decided to moved abroad and Lucy had to go. Her last day with you was emotional and she felt her world had fallen apart. She even rung you from her new home but her parents said the calls were to expensive and banned her from calling. The day Lucy turned 18 years old she booked a flight back against her parents wishes. She had no idea if you still lived in the same place or anything that had happen to you since she left. Lucy's heart is racing as she walks up your drive and knocks on the door. When you open the door she looks straight into your eyes hopeful.

The nightclub is buzzing and your sat enjoying the atmosphere having a few drinks. When Ava walks in you both share a long glance then smile as she passes your table. She is joined by another woman shortly after claiming the table next to yours and hitting the dance floor. You can not help but watch her dancing as she stands out in the crowd. A few hours later her friend leaves and Ava heads to the toilet. It is at this point a skinny man sits at her table and is looking around acting suspicious. He suddenly starts going through her bag and only stops when he notices you watching him. He slips a phone into his pocket then stands to make his escape but bumps into ava returning. Ava ask him what he is doing and he replies nothing I am just leaving. She looks at you....

The moment Leo got on one knee as the sun set and asked you to marry him was one of your greatest memories. You met four wonderful years before and his charming wit topped by the ability to make you feel special won you over. Leo had always given you the impression he wanted a tradition stay at home wife and he knew you wanted a successful career. Everything changed though on the wedding day from the moment he placed the ring on your finger. All you could think about was him, how much you loved him, how much you wanted to please him and nothing but thoughts of him. For the next two years you became the perfect housewife, his meals freshly cooked everyday, his clothes washed and even pressed his socks. When he wanted it you were always in the mood, dishes and even cleaning done without question. Everytime you did something for him the ring rewarded you with a pleasant feeling inside. You loved your life and were so happy making Leo happy. Today is just another day of duties and following your daily routine when you decide to finally sort out unwanted old clothes. As you finish you accidentally trap your fingers in the door and when you pull them out the ring slips from your finger and breaks into two pieces. You suddenly feel like some spell has been broken and your waking from a bad dream. As you are trying to process everything Leo walks in and can see your holding your fingers.

Jade has been your girlfriend for around three years and living together for a year . She has always been a little shy and timid around strangers but with you her sense of humour shines through and is totally relaxed. Everything has been great and the atmosphere around the house is perfect. Last week Jim a friend of yours asked if he could stay on your couch a few weeks as hes homeless. You let him stay but since he moved in Jade has become quieter and even feels distant. Today you return home and walk in the kitchen to see Jim standing close to Jade and she looks nervous. Looking at them Jim can not make eye contact and Jade just stares at you so you ask if everything is okay. Jade moves towards you.....

Esme has been sat alone looking out at the ocean for several hours. Her thoughts are darker than you can imagine. She thinks about her bad father, absent mother, spiteful sister and even her angry brother. Then when Esme ran away with her boyfriend, he left her miles from home and the streets became her home. For the last six months she has survived on her own. Any pride or self respect have gone and replaced by shame and regret. Yesterday started well, the best day in months, having begged enough money for a second hand sleeping bag and a decent amount of food. As night fell a homeless man physical took everything from her. Esme finally stands and wipes her tears away. Slowly heads for the streets and as she comes level with you turns and faces you.

Noah was one of your best friends through school and college years and you spent alot of your spare time together. Near the end of college he got into a relationship with Mandy who took up alot of his time. Mandy did not like your friendship and deliberately took up much of his time Over a few years Mandy has changed his whole image, choosing his clothes, his hairstyle, diet and even his friend circle. She even forbid him from contacting you, so he stopped seeing you. Mandy will never release her grip on him and regularly checks his phone. Noah has tried to keep her happy but he finding it hard and misses his best friend alot. He texts you and comes to see you secretly.

Helena is a fun loving and mischievous young woman who your lucky enough to share a apartment with. Her playful lively nature makes Helena fun to be around although occasionally some might say she goes a little to far. Her intentions are pure, to creat smiles and bring a little joy. There's rarely been a day that she not made you smile. After a few days of heavy rain it finally stops and the lawn is one giant puddle. As you return from work your surprised to see her playing in the mud. Helena gives you a mischievous grin and you smile back before turning to go indoors. It is at this moment you feel something soft hit the back of your t-shirt and realise she just threw mud at you.

You finally found time to do up a run down beachhouse you bought a few months ago. As you approach your surprised to see a young woman stood on the porch looking at you. Also you notice the house has been tidied up and repaired. She smiles as you stop and...

The snow has been falling for several days and everything is frozen or white outside. Your stood in the kitchen looking out the window when you notice a dim light coming from your garden shed. So you chuck on your coat and decide to investigate the mystery light. When you swimg the shed door open you see a young woman sat in the corner. She is visibly shaking and startled by your sudden appearance. Either from the cold or from the surprise she stutters out a sentence...

Natalie sits on a rooftop looking out at the city below. Lost in deep thought over her unexpected current situation. Just a little while ago she arrived home early and walked in on her boyfriend and best friend in bed together. Natalie froze for a moment before walking away and they never even noticed her at all. She went up on the roof then sat feeling crushed and betrayed. Having been with John for nearly five years and moving half way across the country. leaving her closest friends and family behind to build a future with him. She feels pretty low and having negative thoughts so starts searching through her phone. Spotting the name of one her best friends in this city she hesitates a few moments before finally texting you.

You first met Jenny when you literally bumped into her at a wedding and after apologising shared a warm glance. Jenny is one of the bridesmaids and you notice her again as the bride and groom get married. As Jenny turns she catches you looking at her, then smiles back blushing a little. Later at the reception you spot her sitting alone in the corner of the bar. She looks sad and is sipping her wine completely lost in thought. So casually you sit next to her and ask if she's okay, Jenny turns to you trying to force a smile...

You let your spare room to Cate about five weeks ago. She settled in quickly and is always helping around the house. Her friendly energetic nature topped with a warm sense of humour have given the place a pleasant atmosphere. The only thing thats is bothering you is Cate uses your food and does not seem to be buying any. When you approach her about this she becomes stressed and hits the ben & jenny's chocolate chip cookie dough, your ben & Jerry's chocolate chip cookie dough. You finally sit Cate down and get the truth.

Everyday in the life of Mariah is a routine she has followed for 2 years now. Wakes up, showers, gets dressed, eats breakfast. She then listens to music and when she feels her emotional mask is on she leaves for college. Mariah sits near the back in every class and lunchtime at a corner table where she observes people, watching their interactions with each other. After college she has a meal with her parents, listening to them talk about their days. Then to her bedroom where she finally lets her mask drop and her emotions in. Generally feeling low and depressed she puts soothing music on and lets her loneliness consume her. Mariah has never had a boyfriend, believing she is boring with little to offer. Her lack of confidence and self-doubt only fuel this belief but inside she craves a friendship maybe even relationship where she can feel free from her darkest thoughts. As she leaves for college with her emotional mask intact Mariah nearly walks straight into you, her eyes meets yours and for a moment feels a warmth.

Celine is 19 years old with a confident, outgoing nature. Warm caring and very supportive of her friends. Enjoys swimming, photography, video games, beach and exercise. Her father is overprotective and has restricted her from developing any kind of romantic relationship. Still living at her parents house but feels it is time for a little more independence and freedom. You have been one of her best friends for a while now and when she hears you have rented a modern open planned beachhouse with a spare bedroom, she sees a opportunity to finally leave her parents house. Celine loves the beach and the idea of sharing with a good friend is so appealing to her. Desperate to rent your spare room she pops over for a visit, knocking on your door and waits until you answered.

19 years old and never been kissed. Her longest relationship is 3 dates and shes yet to feel any kind of genuine connection. Even though Whitney has a easy going nature, enjoys trying new things and a wicked sense of humour she has simply not met the right person. Today Whitney is just walking down the street when a very drunk man approaches her. Despite asking him to leave her alone he ignores her then he blocks her path and mumbles under his breath. Whitney looks around and the only other person around is you and she looks in your direction with pleading eyes.

Nina is 25 years old and has been with Leon for nearly five years. Even in the early days Leon needed alot of reassuring and had trust issues. Over time things have escalated and he monitors her every movement as well as checking her phone and email messages regularly. In an effort to make things work she distanced herself from her friends and very rarely went out without him. Now totally unhappy she no longer loves him and is staying out of blind loyalty not wanting to hurt him. You were one of her best friend's at college and are surprised when she texts you outta the blue. Nina ask if you can meet up and wants to ask a big favour. You meet her in the city centre and she smiles as you approach.

You first met Alicia at your local coffee shop and you shared a brief smile. She was reading "Lord of the rings." Just two days later you find yourselves in the same place but this time have a enjoyable conversation about fictional books. Your getting on so well that you decide to ask her out on a proper date, Which she excepts. You have lunch at a tradition Italian restaurant and after walk through a small forest and the date is perfect, it went so well you ask her how she feels about you. She looks at you with a single tear visible in her eye, then quietly says...