Chapter 11

I cleared my throat and murmured, “Good evening.”

She looked up, blushed, and smiled, her expression radiant, but she made no effort to push her husband away. “Hi!”

Her husband turned his head, smiling also, but he kept his cheek pressed against her. “Forgive us, please. I know we’re not behaving properly, but we’ve just learned we’re pregnant!”

“Congratulations!”

“Thank you. We never thought…” Her eyes were sheened with tears.

“I take it you’re going out to celebrate?”

“Yes. We’re going to the Rib Shack. I’ve had a craving for their cheesy fries all day.”

“Ask for April. She’s a wonderful server.”

“We’ve had her before, and you’re right—she’s wonderful.” She tugged on her husband’s shoulders. He rose to his feet, smoothed his hand over her abdomen a final time, and then zipped up her jeans. “That smells yummy!” She peered at the logo on the bag. “Oh, is that from Raphael’s? I’ve heard their food is excellent.”