Morning Light (42 page)

“I'll pass it on,” Jim said. “Thanks, doll.”

When Loni returned to the kitchen, Sharon had helped herself to a second piece of cake. “This is delicious.” She tipped her head to study Loni's face. “You look happy. Things must have gone well.”

Loni grinned. “Exceedingly well. A baby in Denver this time. A crazy neighbor woman took her.”

“It must be so rewarding to have such a wonderful gift and be able to save innocent children.”

“Yes, it is rewarding,” Loni replied, meaning it with all her heart.

Stepping over to the window, she gazed across the pastureland that stretched endlessly in all directions.
Home
. She had such a fulfilling life to look forward to now with her wonderful dream cowboy, their son, and their little girl. Loni felt as if her cup were brimming over.

At peace with whatever might come, she turned to join her guest at the table and enjoy a piece of that coffee cake.