Another low, mournful call came from outside as Kaitie and Jake hurriedly dressed. They left the bedroom with Kaitie and Jake going to the kitchen to find something for the baby to eat while Kaitie bandaged her foot. Jake looked in the refrigerator and sighed.
“What do you suggest?” Jake asked her.
“I would say crackers and jam. There are full jelly jars and boxes of crackers in the pantry,” Kaitie said as she handed him a spoon.
“I will let them in and get them settled by the fireplace. Take your time, and don’t push yourself. You just finish with more of a workout than you should have had. Mama and the baby both like you, so take care of yourself, or they will get upset.”
“I promise to take care of myself,” Jake said as Kaitie headed for the door. “I need to be well enough to take ca
