Southern Chance (Southern 1)

I lie here watching whatever he is watching, not even caring at this point. I don’t care about anything when I’m in his arms. My eldest son is fishing with my father, my daughter is baking cupcakes, and my baby is kicking my husband’s hand—I couldn’t be more content. I never thought this would happen. I never thought I would be here after I lost Gabriel. My future was black, and I didn’t see anything. I thought I would never have this. I turn my head to the side and kiss Jacob’s arm. “Love you,” he says to me, and I look up.

“Love you more,” I say. “Thank you.” He looks at me confused. “For giving me a second chance at life.”

“Baby,” he says, “thank you for giving me the world.” He leans forward and kisses me.