Yellow Rose Bride
The most memorable event in Vonnie Taylor's life took place in rural Amarillo in the late summer of '98 when Adam Baldwin predictably announced his engagement to Beth Baylor.
"I do declare that Adam Baldwin is the best-looking man in Potter County." Hildy Mae Addison's eyes were riveted to the gorgeous sight. "Just looking at him makes my heart flutter like a butterfly's wings!"
"Hildy Mae!" Mora Dawson slapped a hand across her mouth. "You should be ashamed of yourself."
"For what?" The young woman giggled. "I know a good-looking man when I see one."
"Very good looks," Carolyn Henderson concluded.
Vonnie edged away, eyeing the tray of cherry tarts, attempting a show of enthusiasm she didn't feel. "My, doesn't the pastry look wonderful?"
Mora sighed. "I wonder if Beth knows how lucky she is."
Carolyn nodded. "She knows. And even if she didn't, she'd say she did."
Giggles broke out. Beth was known to go to any lengths to keep peace. At times she could be insanely agreeable. Yet, everyone knew the Baldwin/Baylor marriage was arranged by the senior Baldwin. Remember that, Vonnie. Arranged…but Adam had consented.
"Ladies," Vonnie cautio ... read full excerpt from: Yellow Rose Bride ebook
