Dare to Dream

by Debbie Vaughan

  Donna set her package on the bunk and reached gingerly for the other. With it resting on the blanket, she peeled away the outer paper to reveal an old tintype. Her breath caught as she stared in disbelief. Will and Meghan gazed at her from the photograph. Meg was seated wearing what appeared to be the wedding dress, and in her lap sat a baby. Will stood behind the chair holding the twin. Both had abundant dark hair like their handsome father. Her gaze fixed on the twins, and she shook her head, not sure what to make of what she saw. Each child appeared to have a lock of white cutting through her raven locks but on opposite sides. Despite the fashion of the day, everyone wore broad smiles.

  Safe. Meghan and both babies survived what had to be a rough delivery. Tears coursed down Donna’s cheeks long before she read the short missive.

  Dearest Donna and Dan,

  I hope this letter finds you well. I know you must worry, but believe me, we are more than fine. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so I have included one, however belated. Meet Sherry and Donna, LOL. I miss you more than I can say, but I am finally where I belong. Please, be happy for me, Donna. You always said I was a dreamer born out of my time.

  All my love,

  Meg (aka Mrs. William Thornton)

  Donna wiped a hand across her eyes before she deposited her package atop the wedding gown and closed the lid.

  THE END

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  ABOUT THE AUTHOR

  Debbie Vaughan lives in a rural area of central Arkansas very similar to the farm where she was raised. She is devoted to her ten dogs and two horses which she acquired through her years in animal rescue. Animal welfare has played an important role in her adult life.

  When not writing, she works in her local library, is an avid reader and gardener who enjoys antiquing (junking) and decorating with her finds.

  She is a member of Romance Writers of America and her local Chapter, Diamond State Romance Authors as well as the on line critique group ERAuthors.

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