Chapter 18: Family PlansIt did not take long for the House of Don to work their way through the special foods. Lorenz, Llewellyn, LouElla, and Andrew explained about Christmas and the feasting that went on, the parties, and the church services. The Thalians were shaking their heads. Daniel was thinking he really liked the concept. It meant he would receive presents from everyone. He doubted if Lamar would ever give him one. Llewellyn pushed back on his chair. “How about one final brew and toast ere we leave?” “Uh, Grandfather Mac, Pawpaw, there's one more thing. I, ah, we, well Kitten is expecting and we would like to wed. Neither of us are sure what that all entails.” Silence descended. Lamar was appalled. Beatrice sat stunned. Diana was staring at Kitten with wide eyes. Lorenz broke

