Chapter 27 - A New Dawn

That evening, Mara and June sat together on the front porch of their Texas farmhouse, watching the golden sunset paint the horizon in brilliant shades of pink and orange.
The gentle Texas breeze carried the sweet scent of cedar and blooming jasmine through the screen door.
"Mom?" June asked softly, resting her head against Mara's shoulder.
"Do you think Daddy is watching us right now?"
Mara smiled, wrapping her arm tightly around her daughter and kissing the top of her head.
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"I know he is, sweetie," Mara whispered softly, looking up at the first evening star twinkling in the deep blue sky.
"He's right here with us, always."