On Her Own by Wanda E. Brunstetter

Author:Wanda E. Brunstetter
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
ISBN: 9781607420224
Publisher: Barbour Publishing, Inc.

Chapter 14

For the next several weeks, Barbara forced herself to get out of bed early, feed the boys, and send them to her folks’ house. With a renewed sense of determination, she worked in the harness shop three days a week, taking breaks only for lunch and to feed the baby. On the days her father had physical therapy, she took Aaron to the shop so he could help. Dad’s hands had become stiffer, but the therapy and wax treatments seemed to help some.

At Barbara’s request, her father had spoken to Aaron about his attitude. The boy wouldn’t open up to his grandpa, but he seemed a little more compliant while working at the shop. Barbara suspected it might be because she was there, too.

As Barbara cleared the breakfast table, she noticed for the first time in many weeks that her energy level was actually up. Maybe it’s because my appetite’s back, she mused. Or it could be because I’m back doing what I love best—making and repairing leather items. Maybe I can start working full-time soon.

She placed a stack of dishes in the sink and ran water over them. It wasn’t easy being a full-time mother and running a business, but she enjoyed the work and it did support her family.

“I’m ready to go when you are, Mama.”

Barbara turned at the sound of Aaron’s voice. “I’ve still got to feed the boppli. Why don’t you head out to the shop. Zachary and Joseph are already at Grandma’s, so I’ll be along shortly.”

Aaron’s dark eyebrows drew together. “I’d rather wait for you.”

“But Paul might need you for something.”

Aaron stared at the floor. “Do I have to go now?”

“Jah.”

Aaron huffed and turned toward the door. “Don’t be too long, okay?”

“If I can get your wee bruder to cooperate, I shouldn’t be more than half an hour or so.” Barbara’s heart went out to her melancholy son. “Naemlich do, Aaron,” she called.

“I love you, too.”

The door clicked shut, and Barbara hurried into the next room to get the baby. She prayed things would go all right between Aaron and Paul today. She prayed that her full strength would return soon, too.

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