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“Okay.” He grinned. “Do you think she’ll have the key lime coconut?”

“I’m sure she will. Will you cry if she doesn’t?”

“Probably. Anyway, how did it go at Oak Crest?”

“Ella starts on Monday. I’ll tell you guys about it later when we’re all together.”

CHAPTER11

Sofia

I had just finished typing all the addresses into the computer and printing the labels for the wedding invites when I heard the doorbell ring. Hobbling to the door, I opened it and saw Aunt Barb standing there.

“Hello, darling.” She kissed my cheek and stepped inside. “I wanted to see if you need help with anything.”

“That’s sweet of you, but I’m fine.”

“Well, you’ll need someone to pick Ella up from school. I can do that.”

“Ella isn’t at school today. Nathan and I took her to Oak Crest. She starts on Monday.”

“Excellent.” She smiled. “But honestly, I think Oak Crest will be too easy for her.”

“She’ll be at Oak Crest three days a week and taking accelerated college classes online the other two.”

“Oh. Good for her. She’s such a smart girl. Where is she?”

“She’s at Lily’s. Lily had a half day today.”

“And the baby?”

“He’s upstairs taking a nap. I just printed the address labels for the wedding invitations. I was going to try and get some done before he wakes up.”

“Perfect timing then. I’ll help.” The corners of her mouth curved upward.

“Are you sure? Don’t you have to pack for your trip to Sedona?”

“I’m already packed. Go sit down and rest that knee. I’ll make us a cup of coffee, and we can get started.”

I hobbled over to the table and sat down. After Aunt Barb set our coffees down, she sat across from me.

“I bet you’re looking forward to Sedona,” I said as we began stuffing the invitations into the envelopes.

“I am looking forward to it. Maybe one day all of us girls can go together and have a nice girls’ trip.”

“That would be fun.” My lips formed a small smile. “Nathan told me that you’re selling your house.”

“I am. It’s time to start over. Wipe the slate clean, so to speak. I can’t do that as long as I’m in that house. Too many men have come and gone over the years.” A smirk crossed her lips.

The sliding door opened, and Ella and Lily walked in.

“Grandma Barb!” Ella exclaimed as she ran over and hugged her.

“Hello, my precious.”

“Hi, Grandma.” Lily smiled as she walked over and hugged her.

“Hello, darling.” Aunt Barb smiled. “I have an idea. Let’s go shopping—just the three of us. Then, we can go have a nice dinner.”

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