Chapter 18: Lauren“I think that’s probably enough, don’t you?” Lauren had spent the better part of her day off putting up Christmas lights while Kayla directed.
“I guess. It looks really nice, Mom. I know Dad used to do this all the time, but…” Kayla’s face took on that familiar about to cry look that seemed never to be gone for long. She managed to pull herself together, though, which was progress. “You’re doing a pretty good job.”
Lauren came down from the ladder on the porch and wrapped her arm around Kayla’s shoulder, admiring her handiwork. “I never knew how much work it was, but it’s worth it. I’m glad the sun is setting already so we can have the lights on when Silke pulls in. I’ll bet she’ll be surprised.”
Kayla’s face went from sad to angry. “Silke. Silke, Silke, Silke.”
“Kayl
