Mail Order Maternity (Brides of Beckham Book 6) (15 page)

Thomas laughed.  “So am I.  It wasn’t nearly as bad as we’d expected, though.”

Esther stared down at the baby in her arms.  Her wide blue eyes looked back at her and she gurgled happily. 

Bertha and her children had left an hour before, so the couple was very much alone with their child.  “Are you sure they won’t be back?” Thomas asked.

“I don’t think so.  I think Mr. Perry has finally learned to stand up to his wife.”  Esther sighed.  “I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders, and I’m allowed to really be happy now.”

Thomas nodded.  “You deserve to be happy.”

“You make me happy.  You and little Harriett make me the happiest woman alive.”

Thomas pulled her into his embrace.  “I’m so glad you took a chance on a homesteader in the middle of Kansas.”

Esther nodded.  “I am, too.”

*****

After the baby was in bed that evening, Esther sat down at the table to write Harriett a letter.  “Dear Harriett, I’m so happy to hear your news.  I’m glad everything worked out for you in Washington.  You’ll have to bring your husband and come visit again.  I know I won’t be able to drag Thomas away from his fields to go see you.  I miss you so much.  I’ve never had a friend quite like you.  Little Harriett is growing like a weed.  I can’t believe how big she’s gotten in just four short months.  She’s already sleeping through the night, and keeps us laughing with her antics.  I’ll write a longer letter next time to catch you up, but I don’t want to miss this going out tomorrow.  All the best, Esther.”

She folded the letter and smiled.  She was so happy for her friend. 

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