Chapter Two Hundred Forty Five

After lunch, Blaze was relaxing on the long sofa in the living room while reading a book when Tanner came from the room with a sketch book and crayons. The child then sat on the carpeted floor and placed the sketchbook and crayons on the table.

She lowered her book and looked at the little boy. "Honey, where is Tamara?"

"Mara? In the room with Dad. I will draw here with you. Can I?"

Blaze smiled. "Of course. You want some juice?"

Tanner nodded. But he glanced at his mom's feet. "I can pick it up myself."

"But the fridge is too high, honey. Wait here, okay?" She put her book on the table, then carefully lowered her legs.

She used both hands to stand up. She left the crutch in the room, because it was Siegfried who helped her get to the living room. Tanner watched his mom, who was trying to stand alone. He was eager to help.

"Mommy, want me to help?"