by Diana Orgain | Aug 13, 2022 | Maternal Instincts Mysteries, Sneak Peek, Uncategorized
Did you miss Chapter One? Did you miss Chapter Two? Did you miss Chapter Three part One? From Double Trouble Chapter Three “You good, Connolly?” McNearny asked. Was that concern on his face? I cracked a grin. “Feeling great,” I replied. “Well, as great as anyone feels while this pregnant.” “Can’t be that great, then,” deadpanned Deb, raising her can of beer in the air. Nick’s wife Denise sat on the couch next to me. “Can I get you anything?” she asked. “You guys are so sweet,” I said. “But really, I’m fine. I promise.” The door opened, and my mom hurried in, carrying two pink gift bags. “I’m baaaaack!” she sang. “I didn’t miss the cake-cutting, did I?” “You did not!” I said. “Shall we sing happy birthday?” She held up the bags. “I just ran out to Baby Emporium to pick up a couple little gifts for the twins!” My mouth fell open, and I stared at her. But Mom continued on, seeming not to notice my abrupt shift in mood. “It’s not every day you find out your daughter is having twin girls!” “This is supposed to be Laurie’s party,” I said, “can we set the baby gifts aside to open later?” Paula darted around the corner, waving a hand wildly. “Oh, good! Vera’s here! Everyone come into the kitchen! I have Laurie’s cake set up! We need to hurry!” Denise helped me to my feet, and I followed everyone into the kitchen. My jaw dropped. Laurie’s high chair sat by the kitchen counter, next to the fanciest birthday cake I’d ever seen. Paula had outdone...
