The Family That Fought Back

"No Smoking" sign on the wall was clearly visible. Grandma He

while, was lo

on his report card! So

d Brittany got a participation tro

xcelled in school and sports,

ring towards the ceili

e announced to the room. "Only su

placed on the table. Before anyone else could react, Jessica le

d, she did the same for Brit

t. Grandpa Tom, his face

strained, "could you take Helen and m

just booked a table at The Chestnut Tree as a backup. T

etly and escorted t

them leave, a sm

e said, loud enough for everyone to hear

eal shame you and Chloe only have daughters. Michael's business needs a son to tak

fist on the table.

gh, Jessica!

a quick glance, then plaste

sorry," Jessica cooed.

ed somethi

brightly colored packages from her purse. She handed one to each of Sar

hings over, quickly opened her own purs

ksgiving from Grandma Emily,

oney. Then, they walked over to S

ppy Thanksgiving!" Aiden ch

ah and Chloe eac

l? For your only niece and nephew?