by Diana Orgain | Jul 2, 2021 | Maternal Instincts Mysteries, Sneak Peek, Uncategorized
Did you miss Chapter One? From Rockabye Murder Chapter Two To Do: 1. Research best baby-proofing system. 2. Land new client? (Maybe Dave’s studio?) 3. Dance lesson—tonight. 4. Meet contractor who is doing garage reno. “MRS. CONNOLLY?” I surveyed the fiery-haired man standing on my doorstep. He had thick glasses, a bulbous nose, and so much energy that he couldn’t seem to keep his hands still. I glanced toward the street. A pickup truck bearing the name Jo-Jo’s Jobs was parked at the curb, but this couldn’t possibly be the contractor, could it? “Yes, I’m Kate Connolly,” I said, trying to hide my amusement. “And you are?” His head bobbed like a pigeon, and he grabbed my hand and shook it. “Jo-Jo Jones,” he exclaimed in a strong Irish brogue. “I’m here to do the garage renovation job.” “Of course,” I said, drawing back my hand and glancing at my watch. He was an hour early, and Jim wasn’t home yet. But better early than late, right? At least I hadn’t tried to bake anything today. I beckoned him inside. “Come on in.” He stayed on the porch and waved a sheaf of papers at me with frenetic energy. “I got muddy boots, lassie. Don’t wanna track it in yer house. Got yer plans here and just need to take a look around, make sure everything’s in order here to start. So, maybe if you’d just open up the garage door, I could go in and outta there?” “Oh, sure! I’ll do that,” I said. I closed the door and opened up the garage for him. As the door...
