From the Heart

Jenna wrapped her hands around her mug of hot chocolate and breathed in the sweet aroma, relaxing for the first time all week. “Thanks, Grandma. This is exactly what I needed.” Grandma’s eyes crinkled at the corners. “I’m sure the hot chocolate can’t cure all your...

             Johnny exited the school bus, head down. Kate did a double take. That wasn’t right. It was Friday afternoon. He usually bounded off the bus, excited for the weekend. Kate touched his head as he joined her at the bus stop.           “Are you feeling OK,...

John pushed open the front door and set his briefcase on the ground, bending down to greet Zoey, his faithful German Shepherd. “Hey, girl.” Zoey wagged her tail and wriggled in delight as John stroked her head. Some of the tension melted from between John’s shoulders....