Sleigh Bells Ring by Jessica James

Author:Jessica James
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Jessica James
Published: 2020-10-19T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter 14

Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as opening our hearts.

– Janice Maeditere

When Jordyn opened her eyes the next morning, it took her a few minutes to figure out where she was and why she felt so relaxed. The room was full of shadows, but she smiled when she recognized her own bed. She had slept like a rock.

The recollection of what had transpired the night before, along with thoughts of the Gala, made her bolt out of bed. She dressed quickly and braided her hair, then glanced out the window. A light layer of snow remained from the squall the night before making everything look pristine and pure. The sun was barely up so there were no footprints to disturb the smooth peaceful blanket that went on as far as the eye could see. She loved this view from her window. The shimmering waters of a small lake lay beyond the vast, unspoiled landscape, creating a vista that seemed to go on forever.

Jordyn started to turn away, then squinted and looked again at one large scar in a far-off field that marred the unspoiled landscape. One of her father’s large bulldozers sat to the side of a large mound of dirt. Puzzled, but too sleepy to be overly curious, she headed down the stairs, following the smell of freshly brewed coffee.

As predicted, Mrs. Dunaway was already busy in the kitchen, as were a number of other people working over the stove. “Grab a cup of coffee, honey,” she said when she saw Jordyn. “You look like you need it.”

Still sleepy-eyed, Jordyn pulled a big mug out of the cabinet. “Wasn’t that snow beautiful last night?”

“Yes, everyone’s talking about it.” Her mother laughed. “I love seeing the children witness their first snow.”

“Especially this close to Christmas.” Jordyn took a big swallow of coffee and closed her eyes. “So good. Just like I remember.” Then she opened her eyes wide. “Mom, it’s Christmas Eve!”

Her mother looked up calmly as she kneaded dough for fresh bread. “Yes, dear. It’s Christmas Eve. Lots to do.”

“How can I help? Oh my goodness. The Gala is tonight! I can’t believe how fast time is flying by.”

“I think they have breakfast under control in the Lodge, but we’re cooking for the guests who want to eat breakfast in their cabins. You could help with deliveries.”

“Order for Cabin Fifteen is up,” someone yelled just then.

“That sounds like a perfect job for me.” Jordyn took the bag to the foyer where she pulled on a pair of cowboy boots and threw on a coat. The morning air was chilly but so fresh and clean that she delighted with each breath. She counted the cabins as she walked by and then climbed the steps to Cabin Fifteen and knocked on the door. “Breakfast delivery.”

The door opened to a smiling gentleman wearing sweatpants and a sweater. His wife stood behind him, wearing flannel pajamas with a red and white snowman pattern. “Sorry to be so lazy. We thought it would be fun to eat breakfast in our cabin.

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