“SO,” FAITH SAID, HER eyes bright with excitement, “did he surprise you?” “He really did,” Lizzie admitted. “He proposed in New Orleans.” “Aww,” Faith exclaimed, and hugged her again. “Lizzie, you’re glowing. It’s so awesome to see you this happy.” “Thanks,” Lizzie giggled. “I think so, too.” She turned and looked across the room at Donny and Rick in conversation. “Wonder what they’re up to.” Faith tried her best to be nonchalant. “Oh, you know. Guy stuff, I’m sure.” “He’s moving down here. For me,” Lizzie confided, her smile revving into overdrive. “Can you believe that?” “I can, since he told us he was planning to,” Faith revealed, and Lizzie gasped. “Really? How long have you known?” “A while. Remember that night ya’ll were on the phone but didn’t talk very long?” “Yes. What a

