Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes

The sun came over the small village and the first signs of life began stirring.

Looking down she watched the same routine unfold as it always did.

A light came on at the Klein’s house – the children had risen too early again.

Lithe Jenny Wright appeared dressed in luminous jacket and running tights and set off along the coastal path.

Seabirds glided overhead, calm water lapped the shore.

Doctor Allison emerged next with old Lennox for their morning stroll.

The first car to join the dawn chorus was Mrs. Khan leaving for her commute to town.

Cycling along the lane, Warren arrived. Propping his bike against the usual lamppost he picked up his mail satchel and began his delivery round.

On cue the light came on at the local store as Mr. Hibbert rolled up the metal shutter.

The house she was interested in came to life. Out he…