Apples and Oranges
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A peaceful retirement in a senior condominium for Lou and Dora is interrupted by news that something has happened at the clubhouse lake early Monday morning. Their friend,Yetta,who is a gossip and news gatherer of the community has found out that a body has ben discovered floating in the condo’s lake. It is a mystery. Lou,Dora,and Yetta go to the clubhouse,ready to join their respective clubs: writing,ceramics,Mah Jongg, when they are approached by a friend of the past New York area(apple country). Henry, once a suitor of Dora, is in Florida(Orange country) as a police consultant. He and Lou (a former police photographer) had worked together in the past. They join the police in their investigation of the drowning and find clues.
They discover a reddish object (a rag?) , a dirty slipper(orange color) , and footprints in the grass. All is sent to the lab. The body is removed from the lake, observed by residents, photos are taken by Lou, video and interviews are on local TV. An autopsy is ordered, as required by law.
Senior life is described throughout the story, including these everyday problems: hope, love, romance, family activities (entertainment , clubs (writing, photography, computer, and more). Medical problems and procedures are reviewed.
- Abraham Amchin
About the Author
A peaceful retirement at a Florida senior condominium is interrupted by news - a body has been discovered floating in the condo’s lake. Investigation of the event reveals clues. An autopsy gives unexpected information. Senior life is described throughout the story, The mystery is ultimately solved . Born 9 /11/54 ( N.Y. City); Married Rita 9/11/.54;Two sons(Drs. Jess,Robert); Dtrs-in-law (Deb,Lori);Six grandkids.(Shirin,Arielle,Ron,Ben,Daniel,Miriam); C.C.N.Y (B.S.S.);N.Y.U. (Ph.D..);U.S. Army (Purple Heart, Bronze Star ); University faculty (Pace,Hofstra,Adelphi); Psychologist(School,Private Practice); Retired(Florida). WRITING HAS BEEN A LIFE-LONG HOBBY. First noveL Currently residents of nursing home. Still writing.