Already Home by Susan Mallery

Author:Susan Mallery
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Tags: Contemporary Women, Contemporary, General, Romance, Self-realization in women, Fiction
ISBN: 9780778329510
Publisher: MIRA
Published: 2011-03-28T10:00:00+00:00

Beth stopped by Jenna’s store on her way to the market. She wanted to hear about the singles class the previous evening. Ellington had arrived as promised, and she was curious if Jenna had liked him as much the second time around.

He’d certainly been good-looking enough, Beth thought as she walked toward the store. But what, really, did they have in common? She had asked Marshall if he knew any suitable single men in the local business community. Although he’d refused to get involved, she knew she could convince him that this was important.

She pulled open the glass doors and stepped in to find a class in session. But instead of her daughter helping people through a cooking project, Serenity was explaining the recipe.

Beth came to a stop so quickly, the door bumped her in the butt. She moved inside, then searched for Jenna and found her stocking shelves.

“She’s teaching a class?” Beth asked as she approached. “You didn’t tell me.”

Beth felt oddly breathless and confused, as if she’d suddenly found her kitchen chairs nailed to the ceiling.

“She mentioned it a week or so ago,” Jenna said. “I wanted to tell her no, but you kept saying I should give her a chance, so I put out a sign-up sheet and we had ten people interested within three days.” Her daughter smiled. “She has a welcoming style. Very inclusive and warm.”

Beth eyed the large crowd. “What’s the class?”

“Introduction to vegan cooking. They’re even baking, which I don’t understand. How can you bake without eggs for binding?”

“But this is your store,” Beth protested.

“I know, but I don’t think the customers care who’s cooking.” She frowned. “Are you upset?”

“What? No. Of course not. Just surprised. You never mentioned it. I wondered if you were keeping it a secret.”

Jenna stared at her. “Why would I do that? I forgot to tell you. It’s not a big deal.”

“Oh, I know. I’m fine.” Beth smiled as widely as she could. “You go ahead and finish your work. I just wanted to stop by. I’ll see you later.”

Jenna nodded slowly. “If you’re sure.”

“I am.”

They hugged, then Beth turned to leave. She still felt a little shaken inside. It was because she’d been so surprised, she told herself. Having Serenity a part of Jenna’s life was a good thing. She’d thought so from the start.

Before she could reach the door, Violet stopped her.

“Morning,” she said.

“Hello, Violet. It looks like you have your hands full.”

“I know. It’s a nice way to start the morning. Were you leaving?”

“I have errands to run.”

“I’ll walk you out.”

Beth led the way. When they were out on the sidewalk, Violet stopped.

“I have a favor to ask, but I want to make sure you don’t feel obligated.” Violet bit her lower lip and ducked her head, then looked back at Beth. “Agreed?”

“Of course.” Beth was more intrigued than concerned.

“I was wondering if you would mind going shopping with me sometime. You’re always dressed so stylishly and I’ve seen the clothes you’ve bought for Jenna. They’re wonderful.

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