From the Heart
The Tree
Margaret sat on the porch, shoulders slumped, when Jack pulled into the drive. He slammed the door shut and hurried to her side. “Mom, what’s wrong?” His brow furrowed with concern. She waved her hand. “You’ll think it’s...
Road Trip
The whining in the back seat escalated. “Are we there yet?” “Evan hit me!” “I have to go to the potty.” Maggie took a deep breath. There were still two more hours before they’d reach their destination, and...
Good Gifts
Despite the disappointing morning, Lisa’s heart lifted. The cloudless sky was a brilliant blue, and the gentle breeze rustled the leaves overhead. She guided Pepper to the park bench and filled his collapsible water bowl before taking a swig from her...