Dellani Oakes

“You look wonderful,” Hana said. “If it gets too uncomfortable, you can change after you make your big entrance.” “True. I can’t go tromping around the dining room all night. I wonder if anyone is taking pictures?” “Who’s a good photographer?” “Tyee. I bet he would get pictures of us all if we asked him.” […]

“When did they start doing that?” Enid asked. “About three months ago. In fact, I keep a place here, too.” “Do you really want to, dear?” Enid asked with tears in her eyes. “More than just about anything, Aunt Enid. I can’t even imagine going back home after being here. This is where I belong. […]

“You stepping on my cat again,” Julia said from the family room where she was making the bed. “I can do that, sis. Go to bed, huh?” “I’m pregnant, not helpless.” “I know, but I’m completely capable of making my own bed. You don’t have to mother me.” “Maybe I want to. This is the […]

“Oh, was that before Jasper quit?” “He didn’t quit. Did he say that?” “He said he studied to be a vet, but he quit. I thought it meant he quit college.” Julia’s laugh was like a mountain stream. “No, he didn’t quit. He went to college and vet school. He even passed his boards. He […]