Ring of Fire Book Two of the McKay's by Rita Hestand Read Free Book Online

archway where her parents would take their vows. Almost eleven now, she wanted to make sure everything was perfect for this day.
    "So were the flowers alright?" Letty asked her as she bounced up the stairs.
    "They are perfect. The c ake's arriving soon. Daddy's folks are coming and a lot of his friends. Which means half the town will be here."
    "Your father is a popular man in these parts." Letty smiled at Kellie. "And I would say that was partly because he knows how to handle his men fairly, and is an all-around good guy, wouldn't you?"
    " Most definitely. I know everyone likes him. He used to go into town a lot and spend time talking to people, he says. Mom's friends from work are coming, too; I'll know a lot of them. This is going to be one of the best days of my life," Kellie explained with a huge smile on her face.
    "Yes darling, it is. I'm so happy for all of you ," Letty cried, grabbing Kellie for a hug.
    "I'm just glad Grandpa made us come back here. I know he's watching and smiling too. I've seen a lot of pictures of him lately and I can just imagine him smiling." Kellie looked into Letty's eyes. "I wonder if he knew this would happen?"
    " That's an interesting thought, isn't it? I'm sure he's watching too," Letty said and moved away to brush a tear from her eye.
    "You miss him a lot, don't you Aunt Letty?" Kellie asked , following her into her room.
    "I didn't know it showed so much…" Letty wiped at her eye.
    "So does Mom. I catch her crying every now and then, and I know it's Grandpa she's crying about. But I think he's very happy today."
    Letty smiled at her. "Is your dress pressed ? If not, I can press it when I do mine." Letty tried to change the subject. Talking about her father had become somewhat painful and this was a good day; she wouldn't spend it crying.
    Kellie nodded. "Thanks…"
    "Okay, it'll be in here when you want to change." Letty let her know as she set up the ironing board.
    "I love you, Aunt Letty," Kellie cried and went to hug her again. "Thanks for helping Mom get this set up."
    "What are sisters for?" Letty smiled.
    Moved by Kellie's affection, Letty hugged her back and then insisted she check on her mom to see if she needed anything pressed too.
    Letty glanced out the window and saw that Hank was working in the corral and Caleb was helping him. She watched them for a few minutes, both men moving about the corral with the ease of a woman cleaning her house.
    She wondered if Hank would be in the wedding, but she wasn't about to ask. Then she wondered if Caleb would be around.
    There was entirely too much to be done though to worry about such matters.
    Julie burst into her room with a smile on her face. "I don't need a thing pressed, the dress has been hanging in the closet for a month, and looks great. But thanks for asking, honey." Julie smiled.
    "Okay, well, I was pressing Kellie's dress and thought I'd check with you. No use all of us ironing at once." Letty laughed. "So, are you ready for this?"
    "Oh yes, more than ready. I can't believe you helped me get this going so quickly. I couldn't have done it alone, you know. I mean, all the phone calls you made to make sure everyone got their invitations, all the arrangements you made that takes a lot of time. Oh Letty, I'm so on cloud nine right now, I can't even think straight. I'm nervous, but not because of anyone else, just giddy from all the excitement of it, and how quickly it came together. A lot of my friends from work will be here thanks to you and a lot of Cade's family and friends too."
    "You aren't supposed to think on days like this, just feel, and be happy." Letty laughed.
    "I am…and I wish this for you too." Julie smiled, holding Letty's hand for a second as they reached out to each other.
    "Maybe someday! " Letty asked, "Have you had your bath yet?"
    "Yeah, everyone's been in there but you…" Julie cried.
    "Good, hope you all left me a little hot water." Letty nodded.
    "I wouldn't bet on that. Oh Letty, I'm going to be