Damon
By the time we got home, Vanessa was buzzing with excitement. The sparkle in her eyes told me just how happy she was. After giving her a private tour of Bookends, all I could think about was getting home so that we could be ready for when her family arrived. And when her family did walk through the door, I was ready with a welcoming smile. Brett, with his broad shoulders and easygoing demeanor. Alexis was a woman whose warmth was matched only by her curiosity. And then Lance, who had that mischievous glint in his eyes that actually intimated me.
“Mom! Dad! Lance!” Vanessa exclaimed as she charged at them at full speed. “I’m so glad you could make it!” after a flurry of chaotic activity, we finally got settled in the living room. Alexis eyed the two of us and I held my breath.
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