Even
a dark, rainy day could not quell the excitement in the farmhouse because today
was the day of the much-anticipated arrival. They would have loved to meet Ethel
and Sadie at the depot, but Jack didn’t have an automobile (and never would
have one). It wasn’t an easy trip, you know – ten miles up a steep and winding
grade to the top of the ridge, but neighbors were willing to help each other
when they made the trip. Shirley had asked around and found a neighbor willing
to arrange his errands in town so that he could meet Ethel at the train depot. He was really happy to help out. Besides, Ethel was an interesting conversationalist. The trip would be enjoyable.
And
then in the early afternoon, a car pulled into the yard. At last! Ina and
Shirley ran out to meet Ethel and Sadie while Jack sauntered along behind. Ina
handed a freshly-baked apple pie to the neighbor by way of thanks, and Jack and
Shirley carried suitcases and satchels to the house. Of course, the three women
talked at once, but Jack and Sadie just grinned at each other.
Ethel and Sadie were famished. Shirley had already set the table, so Ina hurriedly dished up the mid-day meal. Ethel was a good cook (she was!), but as she settled down to the roast chicken, potatoes, beans and fresh bread, she couldn’t help but think how good it felt to be home with her folks and eating Mama’s cooking once more. KW
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