Part 61 (1/2)

himself, and although it took him all these years just to save

up enough money to get here, he has finally come.”

”Oh my...”

”But he's a very sweet and sincere young man. And he's

already having quite an effect on our community. I'm sure

your Steven would be proud.”

”How fascinating.”

”Anyway, I wondered if I could ask a few questions about

your son to include in my story.”

Barbara readily agreed, and in just a few minutes they

were done. ” Thanks so much for your time,” said Maggie as

she closed her notebook. ”It's been a real pleasure talking

with you.”

”You know, I was just thinking...” she began slowly.

Would there be any accommodations in town.. .if I decided

to come for a little visit?”

”Why, yes, as a matter of fact, the Pine Mountain Hotel

has been completely refurbished-and beautifully done, I

might add. I know for certain they're not full up right now,

but we've just gotten snow so that could change soon. Are

you seriously considering coming for a visit?”

”I think so. I've always loved that little town. It was my

husband's decision to leave. There were so many memories

there, he just couldn't get over losing Steven. In the end, it

was simply easier to move away.”

”I can understand that. I lost my husband a few years