The Unexpected Guest

The aging farmer, Hank Willems, left the barn door open as he walked out. He had just finished the chores for the day clearing the sheep pens and was putting the tools away. It was only five oclock but the dark low hanging clouds meant Hank had to turn the light on as he swept the last pieces of straw which scattered the ground. His granddaughter walked past with a bucket of milk. “How are the cows?” he asked. All is well with them,” replied Maaike. “I double checked the doors before I left...