His love twinkled in his eyes. “Because your kids and I decided we didn’t want to wait any longer than that, and fall break is the third week in October. Besides, when you get back from your honeymoon, you’re going to have your hands full managing the Henderson Foundation. You don’t mind not working at the high school?”
“Not one bit. Managing the foundation is my dream come true.”
“The donations have been pouring in, and after this show, I can’t imagine them stopping. We’ve got plans to make.”
She smiled, winding her arms around his neck. “A third house?”
“Then a fourth one. We’ve got the room.” He kissed her lightly, then nipped at her lower lip.
“Hey, you two lovebirds, the show is starting. This will be your fifteen minutes of fame,” Alice said, sitting near the TV set in her favorite lounge chair from her apartment.
Peter looked around the room. “We’re going to have to add rooms to this house. Alice told me today she’ll stay as long as I want her. Secretly, I think she’s thrilled to be in the middle of all the kids. She loves children, and yours are special to her. She once told me they make her feel young.”
“That’s wonderful. If Aunt Sarah ever decides not to live alone, we could build a little cottage out back for them.”
“Shh, Mom.” Sean took the remote and increased the volume.
“Peter, there you are!” Joshua yelled, waving his arm toward the television.
Laura settled back to watch the show, Peter’s arms around her again, her head cushioned by his shoulder. She scanned the faces of her friends and family sharing this moment with her and Peter. Contentment flowed through her. She’d never felt more at-home.
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ISBN: 9781460310847
Copyright © 2013 by Margaret Daley
Originally published as ONCE UPON A FAMILY
Copyright © 2007 by Margaret Daley
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