(Chapter Twenty-One)
The Feeling of Joy
Julie got reaquainted with all of her friends and neighbours once again. She loved Hope Valley and everyone who resided in the beautiful town.
"Julie, would you come with me to have a chat with Abigail before school this morning?"
"Of course, Elizabeth," Julie replied cheerfully as they set off to the café.
On their way to the café, the two chatted happily, like two young, giddy school-girls.
"I want to have a quick chat with Abigail before school starts for the day," Elizabeth began the conversation as they walked briskly down the road. "You are free to go wherever or do whatever you wish while I'm teaching. After school I have a check-up at the doctor's office. You can meet me back at Abigail's at 3:15 if you wish."
"Alright. I might just hang around town and do somethings that need doing. Do you need anything from the mercantile while I'm out?"
"Actually, yes. I'll make a list for you," Elizabeth said with a bright smile lighting her whole face with joy. The joy of having her sister back again. The joy of the upcoming baby. The joy of life in Hope Valley. The joy of living life with Jack. Joy was a wonderful feeling. A feeling of love.
"Thank you, Julie," she managed to break free from her thoughts.
"No problem, Elizabeth. I'm glad to do it."