Hey! Here is a new story in my Broken Road universe! I hope you all enjoy it! It will be a multi chapter. I am also currently working on a co-write with Misspatchesmom, called If it Ain't Broke. be sure to read that one as well! Please read AND review this story! Thanks!

"Mama? Will Granducky be happy to see us?", asked Kelly Krakowsky. She was holding on to the leash of her puppy, Scout. Abby Sciuto Krakowsky smiled down at her eight year old daughter.

"He will be very glad to see you and your sister. And He'll be so happy that you brought Scout to see him." Ducky Mallard was current residing at the Shady Grove retirement home in Alexandria, Virginia. He hadn't been in good health lately, so Abby, along with NCIS medical examiner, Jimmy Palmer, had made it a point to visit at least once a week. The Girls had been involved in a summer camp for a few weeks, so they hadn't gone with their mother the last couple of times. When Abby and her daughters arrived at the nursing home, Scout entertained the residents in the common room for awhile and the girls talked to all of them. Abby found out that Ducky was in his room. After about twenty minutes, Abby gathered up her family and they headed on back. Upon reaching the room, Abby knocked Softly and called out,

"Duckman? It's us. Me,Caty,and Kelly."

"And Scout and Cocoa.", Kelly said, as she and her sister walked in with their dogs. Ducky broke into a big smile.

"Abigail,my Dear. And young Caty and Kelly."

"Hi Granducky!", Kelly said. Caty waved, and both girls ran to hug their adoptive great grandfather. Then Ducky said,

"I see you have brought Scout with you. Come here, Girl. Scout let her master unclip her leash and then jumped up on Ducky's lap. Abby came over and leaned down to hug the man and kiss his cheek.

"How are you,Ducky?", she asked seriously.

"I am doing well today,my dear. I played dominos with some of the other men earlier this afternoon. Now I am just resting a bit before supper.", Ducky replied cheerfully. Abby nodded, but she was worried. Ducky had the TV on down low and something caught Abby's eye.

"Ducky, can you turn that up?" Ducky nodded and obliged. Abby listened intently to the world news report that the television was currently tuned to, and her eyes grew wide with horror. The news anchor was speaking about a huge monsoon in Honduras. The images on the screen were devastating. Abby's heart broke for those people. She especially hurt for the ederly people, the animals, and the children. The newsanchor said that so many children were now orphaned or separated from their families. Pets had gone missing, and adults were searching for their elderly parents. Abby was struggling to hold back tears as she watched. She was so focused on the screen that she was startled to feel a hand on her shoulder. She looked up with a start.

"Mama? Why are you sad?",Caty signed. Abby wiped away some tears and pulled Caty onto her lap.

"Mama just feels sad for those people on the news.", Abby signed and said.

"Because they got hurt in the storm?",Kelly asked. Abby nodded.

"Then we should pray for them. That's what you always say.", Caty signed.

"And send them food and water and blankets and stuff. They'll need that right?",Kelly said and signed. Abby's tears spilled over at how sweet her daughters were being. She just hugged them both tightly, since she couldn't speak at the moment. Scout jumped up and licked her face, which made her laugh through her tears. Then Ducky spoke up as he signed,

"I beleive that the poor residents of Hondurous would appreciate your thoughtful gestures, Girls."

"We'll talk to daddy about how we could best help these people.",Abby replied, wiping her eyes again. They stayed and chatted with Ducky for another half hour, then it was time for him to go to supper, so the Krakowskys left after hugging him and promising to return the following week.

That night after the girls were in bed, Abby watched some more of the news reports with her husband,Jesse. When she teared up yet again at the images of the displaced families and injured animals and people, Jesse pulled her into his arms and held her close.

"I just can't imagine what they are going through. So many children have lost everything,including their families. So many people are now homeless. It's just so awful,Jesse!", Abby said,hoarsly.

"I know, Angel. But I know you. You'll find a way to help. In fact, you should check and see if our church is would be interested in organizing a mission trip to Honduras. It's summer vacation still, and it would be a great oppertunity to teach the girls about compassion and helping others."

"That's actually a great idea,Babes. I'll call Father Brian tomorrow."

"Sounds like a great plan. Are you ready to come to bed now."

"You go on in. I'll be in in a few minutes."

"Ok. Just don't stay up to long.", Jesse said with a smile as he kissed her goodnight. He knew his wife well, and he knew exactly what she was up to. Sure enough, as soon as he had left the room, Abby picked up her laptop and started on her research.

Well, I hope you liked this chapter! I will post more next week. Tomorrow will be my chapter of If it Ain't broke. Please remember ALL reviews are MUCH

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