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“This unit is for sale,” I say casually and wrap my arms around her from behind, kiss her neck, and breathe her in. “But it’s a bit more of a commute from Seattle.”
“Less than an hour,” she murmurs. “By plane.”
“True.”
I kiss her neck again and feel her melt against me. Every damn time I pull her against me, it’s as if she was made just for me. She fits perfectly in every way.
“I’m a little worried about Caleb,” she admits and turns in my arms to wrap herself around me in a fierce hug. “And maybe feeling guilty.”
“I’m no expert in these things, but that’s probably normal.” I tip her chin up so I can look down into her eyes. “Let’s call him.”
“Really?”
“Sure.” I pull my phone out of my back pocket and dial my mom’s number. She answers on the third ring. “Hey, Mom. We made it safe and sound. Everyone’s getting settled into their condos.”
“Oh, that’s great! Is London with you right now?”
“I’m here,” London replies, immediately worried. “What’s wrong?”
“Nothing at all, honey. I’m just wondering if Caleb is allergic to anything. Can I give him peanut butter?”
My girl’s shoulders fall in relief. “No, he’s not allergic to anything that I’m aware of. He loves peanut butter and jelly.”
“Perfect, thanks.”
“Is Caleb there? Can I talk to him?”
“Sure, of course. He’s out back withOldCaleb”—she smirks at that—“helping to cut some wood for a fire pit. We’re going to make s’mores later.”
“Oh, don’t interrupt them. I just wanted to make sure he’s being good and that everything is okay.”
“London, I want you to listen to me very carefully, okay?”
“I’m listening.”
I lean in to kiss her forehead. If my mom doesn’t stop her jabbering in about two-point-seven seconds, I might toss the phone out the window.
“Your son is excited to be here with us. We have plenty of activities planned for him, and he’s happy and healthy. Don’t do the mom guilt thing, okay? I know it’s instinctual. I can’t even count the number of times I felt so guilty for leaving my kids behind, but he’s great. There’s been no attitude at all out of him, and I have your number if there are any problems. Now, go have fun.”
“Yes, ma’am,” London replies with a grin. “Thanks for that. I needed it. I’ll call before bedtime each day, but otherwise, I’ll restrain myself.”
“We’re here. Call anytime. Have fun, you two.”
“Thanks, Mom. Love you.”
I end the call, toss my phone onto the nearby couch, and then turn back to London. “See? Everything at home is just fine.”
“I feel better,” she admits and leans into me once more. “Now, I feel like I can relax. Also? Your mom is the best. I wish I had a mom that gave good advice like that.”
“Do you know what Idon’twant to talk about?”
“What?”
“My mom.”
She laughs and reaches up to cup my face in her hand. “Okay, we don’t have to talk about your mom. Let’s get settled and find something to eat. I’m hungry.”
“Good plan. Let’s scout out this place. It has six bedrooms.”
