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"What do youwith these two is bound to be like a burr buried in a horse’s saddle"

Jessie had no idea what a burr in a horse’s saddle was like, but it didn’t sound good

"Are you trying to say I’m a pain in the ass?" Katie shoved Jack’s shoulder

"If the shoe fits" They were both laughing

"You watch that language, young lady," the older woman beside Jessie’s mother scolded "There’s a child in the rooa

"Yes, ed on Monica’s arowns and e absolutely have to veto"

"Turquoise and mauve," Monica said as they walked away

Jack let Jessie’s hand go and eiven Katie the retort "You look beautiful as ever, Aunt Bea"

"You’re absolutely glowing" The woman patted his face when they pulled away "Seems as if a family is exactly what you needed"

Jack nodded toward Jessie "Jessie, this is my aunt Bea"

"It’s lovely to meet you"

"A pleasure," Bea said with a warm smile The sweet southern accent matched her friendly face

Jessie remembered the pie conversation and Jack’s praise "Jack tells me you make the best pecan pie ever"

Aunt Bea beamed "It isn’t bad"

Jack had met Jessie’s mom the day before when she’d returned with Danny The two of thereeted each other with a friendly smile