The Glassblower (21 page)

“Oh no, I’m not like that. I’m simply on my best behavior today. I’m so afraid you’ll meet me and not want me marrying your son and—”

“Hush, hinnie.” Colin touched his finger to her lips. “They’ll love you as much as I do soon enough.”

“Indeed we will.” Mother glanced from one of them to the other. “As long as you love my son and the Lord, you have my blessing.”

“Well yes, I do, very much. And—oh, here’s Father.” She waved to Isaac as he exited the house. “Father, come meet Colin’s family. Aren’t they beautiful?”

“They are a fine sight to see in my yard.” Meg’s father descended the steps and held out his hand to Mother.

And as their hands and eyes met, Colin caught the flash of a bird taking flight, the bright yellow plumage of a goldfinch in full summer glory.

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LAURIE ALICE EAKES
has always loved books. When she ran out of available stories to entertain and encourage her, she began creating her own tales of love and adventure. In 2006 she celebrated the publication of her first hardcover novel. Much to her astonishment and delight, it won the National Readers Choice Award. Since then, she has sold eight more historical romances. A graduate of Asbury College and Seton Hill University, she lives in Texas with her husband and sundry animals.