After the cyclone, hot and humid weather lingered. With the house built and planting progressing as planned, Frank and Gregory settled into some daily routines.
“We’re lucky, Greg,” Frank said during breakfast.
“Why’s that?”
“Because most married couples don’t spend the day together like we do,” Frank said. “We get up and do our outside work together, and then we come inside and do our housework.”
Gregory didn’t answer, but grunted his agreement.
“You awake?” Frank asked with a smile.
“No…”
“Why not? You had plenty of sleep,” Frank teased.
“I tossed and turned all night.”
“Aw, you sound like a big ole bear. Smile. It’s a beautiful morning, you have air in your lungs, and your heart is beating. It’s a great day to be alive.”
“How can you always be this cheerful?” Gregory asked, gr
