CHAPTER 31 Sara Beth touched the colorful hair ribbon in her apron pocket. How thoughtful of Layken to purchase gifts for her and Tab. She’d seen the shine in the youngster’s eyes. Then, the same spark reflected in Uncle Seymour’s when he mentioned teaching Tab to play harmonica. It seemed they were all finding a purpose in living besides simply trying to save Layken’s farm. The next thought took her breath away…her farm. By law, it belonged to them both as husband and wife. For the first time since the death of her mother, Sara Beth belonged to someone. That made her almost giddy, and a broad smile formed. The chatter around the table brought her out of her reverie. Tab seemed more like a normal kid should be. No doubt, the news about his mother’s condition shook him. Yet what could

