Chapter six: New love is born...
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Chapter seven
Sunrise and sunset, Darlene and I share our summers—alternating between my house and hers. She skillfully helps me hammer, saw and paint my new home. Never complaining. In fact, seeming to take delight in the work.
“This place is so cool,” she tells me. “Everything just makes so much sense. It’s all so space efficient.”
And I help her repair the grand old dame—the leaky faucets, the peeling wallpaper, the... It’s a long list.
“You know my great-great-grandfather was a sea captain. He’s the guy who built this house. He was trying to win the heart of an island gal—my great-great-grandmother. And he did.” She shares her family legends with me.
I dream of endless days with Darlene. And nights...
Spent, we snuggle warm in each other's arms, and I know I have to tell her about Aster. But what do I say? Maybe something like: I loved her once, but she pushed me away. Unwanted but still feeling committed, I was stuck in purgatory. Waiting for—? I had no idea what. And now I know I was waiting for you. For a long time, I still felt responsible for her. But now I don’t. Now I’m free. You’re my—. “Darlene—.”
“Kjartan, I... I’m sorry, go ahead.”
“No, I insist you first.”
“I’m... Well, I’m... I’m pregnant.”
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A problem with my old computer has necessitated a change. I'm extremely grateful for my skilled and resourceful husband. I'm stressed and apprehensive about this change--I'm not good with machines. Over many years I built an amicable relationship with my old computer. I'm hopeful that I will be able to do the same with this new "guy". Please bare with me as I adjust. Your positive thoughts are greatly appreciated.
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