The Happiest Season (24 page)

Maggie stifled a yawn.  “I sure hope so.”

“Are you going to nap while she sleeps?” he asked, gently
embracing her, so as not to disturb the sleeping baby in her arms.

“I intend to.  You men have fun.”

“Call us if you need us,” John said.  He kissed Maggie on
the cheek, and his baby daughter on her forehead.

“We’re going shopping, right Dad?” Rickey enthused.  “And
then we’re going to get burgers and shakes at the diner, huh?”

“Yes, we are.”

“Don’t forget to stop by Gloria’s,” Maggie reminded them. 
“She made fudge.”

“I just love Christmas!” Rickey announced.

John ruffled his hair.  “Me too.”

The End