Chapter 22
It was almost parade time. As everyone left the house, they could hear the fire trucks and rescue squads sounding their sirens, and the percussion section of the Galax band as the members warmed up. They could see the earthen bank along Main Street lined with people.
The townspeople were all gathered along Main Street, either on the sidewalks, or on the porches of the houses along the way. Everyone had accepted the parade and party would be the only enjoyments they would have this holiday. They were determined to enjoy every moment of the two.
Santa, in his bright red outfit, climbed into the back seat of the yellow convertible, decorated with green garlands. Bruce pulled out of the driveway, the engine chug, chug, chugging in its distinctive sound.
Terry slid back the top o
