Chapter one: Going back to the Lake
Charlie let's go yells Kate. Coming mom he replies s he walks down the stairs with bags. Everyone else is already to go what is taking you so long. I thought you said you packed last night asks Kate. I did just had to grab a few extra things says Charlie as he looks at his mom and heads toward the door. Ok lets go says Kate as they walk out the door. Henry you riding in my car or with Mom & Dad asks Charlie as he looks at his younger brother.
Can I come with you asks Henry? Sure says Charlie with a smile as they head to the car. Be careful driving says their parents. Will do the two says as they head off heading for the lake. This vacation is well needed says Tom to Kate. Definitely says Kate as they get into their car and head off.
(Lake Winnetka)
Amanda Murtaugh get back her yells Jimmy. Dad I just need space ok just let me be yells Amanda. Daniel, Becky go after your sister. I've got to go check on Annie says Jimmy. Amanda rolled her eyes and she walked further away from her family's compound. Amanda wait up yells Daniel as he runs to catch up. What she screams? Were all hurting right now she's my mom to you know says Daniel. Daniel you haven't spoken a word to her since they divorced so you couldn't possibly know how I'm feeling says Amanda as she walks away. This time neither sibling follows knowing she just needed to think.
(Baker's house)
Amanda walked all the way over to the other side of the lake. She was standing outside a house that held so many memories. This place was the first time she got a boyfriend. Though they only lasted two years because their lives got in the way.
Charlie and her had been friends since they were young and when they got older it develop. She missed him in times like these because he always knew how to handle her dad when he go like this. She was lost in thought where car pulled in. Can I help you asks a familiar voice. She turned around.
