Jacqui Hodder

Jacqui Hodder

Share this post

Jacqui Hodder
Jacqui Hodder
The Lace Sisters
Copy link
Facebook
Email
Notes
More

The Lace Sisters

Mary in Australia - Chapter 2

Jacqui Hodder's avatar
Jacqui Hodder
Dec 15, 2024
∙ Paid
1

Share this post

Jacqui Hodder
Jacqui Hodder
The Lace Sisters
Copy link
Facebook
Email
Notes
More
2
Share
stack of assorted-color suit case lot
Photo by Erwan Hesry on Unsplash

After the first rush of passengers crossed the gangway, Mary got up, still with valise pressed close to her chest, and hobbled towards the exit. Hobbled because the suitcase was large and heavy. A member of the ship’s crew saw her struggling, took the case from her and walked her off the ship and onto Australian soil.

Mary…

Keep reading with a 7-day free trial

Subscribe to Jacqui Hodder to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.

Already a paid subscriber? Sign in
© 2025 Jacqui Hodder
Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start writingGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture

Share

Copy link
Facebook
Email
Notes
More