This anthology of stories will take you on a journey through secret lives and shocking discoveries that prove you can never be sure who lives next door. Although they may seem reliable and knowledgeable, neighbors can hide the most amazing secrets.
For the people in the stories that follow, that was exactly the situation. When they learned what was happening next door, they were taken aback. Let’s explore their experiences in more detail.
When I assisted at a neighbor’s birth, I found out that my husband was the biological father.
I have known Erica Vernon for over six years. Kieran and I became casual friends with the Vernons who moved in next door that week. But a year or two later I knew something was wrong with the Vernons. Lester Vernon’s possessive and suspicious behavior made life extremely difficult for his poor wife. I felt sorry for Erika because I believed she was as devoted to her husband as I was to Kieran.
As time went by, things became more and more unpleasant. We stopped dating when the loud, screaming battles next door got worse.Although Lester was always kind and polite to me, he never offered me a chance to stand up for my friend Erica, who I often noticed looking sad and teary-eyed.
I decided to take the bull by the horns after running into Lester at the grocery store one day. “Lester, I know it’s none of my business, but I hate to see you two so unhappy,” I remarked gently. Have you thought about couples counseling? Erica adores you so much.”
Lester took a long look at me before saying, “Listen, Sarah, if I were you I wouldn’t stand up for Eric.” She’s not your girlfriend, despite what you believe.” Lester turned and left. Lester left Erica after only three weeks, and I was shocked to learn that my friend was three months pregnant. “But Erica, did you tell him?” he asked.
Erica cried the whole time. “He had, Sarah, but he claimed I was unfaithful to him and that it wasn’t his! I can’t have this child myself.” I lifted my chin determinedly. “You won’t! Kieran and I will accompany you every step of the way, I swear!” Erica hugged me and started crying, “Thank you.”
I informed Kieran what was going on next door that evening. “I told poor Erica that we would be with her and help her through the pregnancy. Kieran didn’t look happy at all. “Sara, I really wish you wouldn’t act so rashly! I don’t really know the woman very well, so it’s a big burden!”
“We’ve lived next door to her for six years, Kieran!” I screamed. “She’s my best friend and I thought you liked her!”
“Not really,” Kieran replied. “I guess she’s fine, but she’s always been more of your friend than mine. I wrapped my arms around my husband’s neck and kissed him, saying, “Oh honey,” with tenderness. “Please be nice to the poor girl, she has no one!” I sneakily nibbled on my husband’s neck, the tender spot he referred to as his “lucky bump.”
“You scumbag,” Kieran growled. “You always know how to convince me!”
I licked my ‘lucky bump’ and laughed. “Your mom told me it was the only weakness of the Harper men and I should take full advantage of it!” Kieran promised to support Erica as best he could and we spent the rest of the evening making love.
So I went with Erika to all her scans and doctor’s appointments, as well as a dietician, Lamaze classes, and even a natural childbirth course which assured the mum and the assistant that they would be ready to bring the baby into the world without the need for medical help.
“Not that I intend to have the baby anywhere other than a hospital with lots of pain meds!” Erica stated. “But it’s good to be prepared!”
Plus it was lucky that Erica called me one day gasping for air. She exclaimed, “Sarah, I think it’s time!” I rushed immediately and was horrified to see my friend submerged in the water.
“Your water broke!” I sobbed. “I’m calling the hospital.
I got Erica as comfortable as possible because the hospital told us it would be at least thirty minutes, if not longer, for the ambulance to arrive.
I noticed that Erica’s contractions were getting closer together. To my horror, I stared and noticed that the baby’s head was crowned!
“Erica, the baby is on the way!” I said.
“Can not!” Erica screamed, clutching her stomach. “It’s supposed to take hours!”
“Okay,” I replied. “Ready or not, he’s on his way!” shed for the cable, hot water, scissors, and a comfortable blanket.
I urged Erica to push as she knelt at her open knees.
I held my breath as the baby emerged from Erica’s struggling body. As I was told in natural birth, I gently picked him up and placed him on a plush blanket while I tied and cut the umbilical cord.
Then I took the baby upstairs. “It is a boy!” I sobbed a tired Erica. “A beautiful, perfect baby boy!”
The baby wasn’t completely flawless, as I found out as I began to rub it gently.
There was a hard, small bump on the side of his neck that he knew. Favorable projection. As I looked at the small, helpless being in my grasp, I suddenly understood everything.
I said quietly, “Lester…” “Erica, wasn’t Lester right? You and my husband were involved in an affair.”
Erica took a sip and tried to sit up. “Oh no, Sarah, never . . .”
“Don’t lie to me, I have proof here!” I lifted the child in my arms and spoke.
Erica screamed, “Don’t hurt him!” Kieran actually owns it. After six years of dating, I will tell you anything you want to hear, just please don’t hurt my child.’
“I would never hurt your child, Eric,” I said mockingly.” “I’m not the same as you. I won’t spoil other people’s happiness.”
I put the baby in Erica’s arms and left her alone to wait for the paramedics.
When Kieran returned home that evening, he found everything quiet and empty. After quietly leaving him, I filed for divorce.
After a few years, I remarried and met a beautiful man, but it took me a long time to learn to trust again.
I am a happy woman and my partner and I are currently expecting our second child. The individuals we trust the most may fail us at times, but the most surprising things always turn out to be true.
Remember this as we pull back the curtain on these amazing stories of our neighbors: the most ordinary facades often hide the most unexpected secrets. Keep your curiosity high because the next big discovery could be right outside your door.
2. One day I was delivering milk to my elderly neighbor every day and discovered an alarm letter on her doorstep.
I am a regular American mom who works hard and recently moved to a new area due to a job transfer. I had a beautiful family, a husband and daughter who loved me as much as I loved them.
As we close the chapters on these compelling stories from the lives of our neighbors, one thing is abundantly clear: behind every closed door lies a universe of secrets waiting to be uncovered. These stories serve as a poignant reminder that the people living in the neighborhood, who may seem ordinary and familiar, often hide the most amazing and unexpected truths.
From discovering shocking paternity revelations to unraveling hidden affairs, these stories shed light on the complexities and mysteries that exist within our neighborhoods. They remind us that we should never be too quick to judge or assume that we know everything about the people around us.
As we navigate our own lives and communities, let’s keep our curiosity alive and our hearts open to the possibility of discovering the unexpected. It is in these moments of revelation that we truly understand the depth and complexity of the human experience.
So as we say goodbye to these stories of secret lives and shocking discoveries, let us take with us the knowledge that beneath the surface of the most ordinary facades lies a world of intrigue waiting to be explored.