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Chrissy charged to the door, wagging her tail. From the reaction, Autumn knew that Steve Coleman and Mickey were here to visit. Mickey’s ears were cold on the outer layer of hair, but warm nearer his skin when she petted him.
“Want to go for a walk with us?” Steve asked, wiping his feet.
“Not right now. I’m going through the RSVPs and jotting down who wants to eat what, who’s bringing a fur baby or a plus one, and doing the seating chart.”
“Can we help?”
“Come into the kitchen. Chrissy could use some fun time with Mickey and you could use something to warm you up.”
Autumn had a pot of lentil soup simmering on the stove.
The pups ran into the den to Chrissy’s toy pile. Of all the friends Chrissy had, Mickey was her favorite. She enjoyed having Ace around, but it was different
