by Joleen James
"Me either," Tawney said.
"Let's get this party started," Cade said from his place near the Christmas tree. "Who wants to play Santa?"
"I do," twins Finn and Emma cried together.
"I do, too," Ruby's daughter Ellery said.
The three kids ran to Cade and he passed them presents. The kids began to deliver the gifts.
Tawney went to Rick, wrapping her arms around him.
"Merry Christmas," she said.
His arms tightened around her. "Look, mistletoe."
Tawney glanced up, then smiled, kissing him. When they parted, she took it all in. Her family—her big extended family.
They were all together, here in their hometown, wrapped in this perfect Christmas moment.
Her heart had never felt so full of love.
It was the best Christmas ever.
JOLEEN JAMES
Small town settings, ranch living, and quirky characters are all things that have long intrigued award-winning author Joleen James. For as long as she can remember, Joleen's been spinning stories centering around home, family, and of course, true love.
When she's not busy writing, Joleen can be found with her family on their party barge, traveling, or indulging in her hobbies of home decorating and recipe collecting. Visit Joleen James at www.joleenjames.com and on Facebook and Twitter.