Hometown Ties by Melody Carlson

Author:Melody Carlson
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: David C. Cook
Published: 2011-09-08T04:00:00+00:00

Chapter 15

Abby

Abby was still feeling slightly stunned as she drove through town. That Janie would even consider partnering with her in this new venture was truly amazing. Of course, it was possible that Janie would review the numbers and decide the whole thing was foolish. But if that happened—and as disappointed as Abby knew she would be—it might be for the best. It wasn’t as if Abby wanted to risk everything and end up losing her savings.

She couldn’t resist driving down her old street, parking across from the stately old house and just looking at it. She knew this was a big dream, perhaps even an impossible dream. But it was her dream. And yet it was a dream she was willing to share, if that was what it took. Still, she was relieved not to have to share it with Paul. She knew that was probably selfish and perhaps even stupid. But she was glad he had no interest in participating in her dream.

She took in a deep breath and closed her eyes and attempted to focus her hopes and her energy on God. Faith wasn’t exactly her strong suit, and prayer seldom felt comfortable, but more than ever, she wanted God’s blessing on this endeavor. She knew that God was the one who could open and close doors, and she really wanted him to open this one. If it was for the best.

“And if it’s not for the best,” she whispered quietly, “then just close this door, lock it tight, and help me to find something else to pour my energies into.” Then Abby said amen and started her car. As she drove toward home, she remembered that winter was coming, and that her usual volunteer efforts at the soup kitchen and food bank would be needed. Also, she could get involved in the quilters guild again. It wasn’t as if she had nothing to do. It was simply that what she had didn’t seem to be enough. She felt like a river that had become stagnant over the past couple of years. For some reason, her energy and enthusiasm had been blocked. As much as she loved having her old friends around her, she couldn’t help but compare their lives to her own. It was as if they were reinventing themselves, starting over, and enjoying a freshness that she longed for.

To be fair, she knew that Caroline didn’t see her life like this at all. But even the prospect of caring for a needy parent felt more appealing than just sitting around her lovely new home and doing nothing.

As Abby turned down her street, she remembered Caroline’s challenge for Abby to get a checkup. Caroline had been concerned that Abby’s struggle was as much physical as emotional. And while Abby knew Caroline might be right, she also knew that being busy always made her feel better.

She pulled into the driveway, surprised to see that Paul was home already. To be honest, she was a little disappointed.

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