Status Updates From Driftwood Bay (Hope Harbor #5)

“Thomma seems happier too, since he got that job at the high-end kennel in Coos Bay. Between that and the private dog-training clientele he’s developed, they’ve both found their niche.” “A happy ending all around.” He tugged her into the circle of his arms.
(Hawaiian honeymoon then 4 days n Disneyland w/Molly)

Molly and Elisa ran away.

“Jeannette! I wondered who was enjoying my tiny slice of paradise.” He beamed at her. “That’s an apt description for it.” She dug her keys out of her purse. “I hope I wasn’t trespassing.” “Not at all.” He closed the trunk and slung his bag over his shoulder. “As the sign says, all are welcome. The beauty of nature is nonsectarian.”

A bird feeder hung from the sheltering bough of a towering Sitka spruce, and two wooden benches were placed along the path. She ambled toward the one beside the small statue of Francis of Assisi and sank down, letting the peace envelop her.