Graham Legacy (24) Renewed Hope

Kyle made good on his promise to move out. Though it was the house right next door. It was a two bedroom, one bathroom. He had done most the renovations himself, but it was coming along nicely.

Kyle had found Lyddia, in Bridgeport. She had nearly died and had been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Kyle was just relieved he had gotten to Lyddia in time. Some days were better than others, but Lyddia was doing better each and every day. They had gotten married at the courthouse, because Lyddia didn't want to deal with people, even friends and family. 

Things have virtually gone back to normal at Kale and Holly's house. Well, except Holly sometimes had nightmares about bats (which was understandable). Kale had been putting off reading the letter that Sinbad had sent to him. Kale knew it was from Kanoa. He was still having trouble processing his brother's death, since so much had been unresolved between them when Kanoa died. Kale knew Kanoa died because he had helped Holly and him escape. Kale looked at the letter from where he made his drink. What would it say?

Kale paused and then picked up the letter, and unfolded it. He swallowed and then read:

Kale,

I am sorry things ended the way they did. You were right, about more things than I care to admit. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me. Please don't tell Matthew about me. Keep an eye on Jazlyn and the kids. Your brother, Kanoa.

Kale walked numbly away from his drink and the letter. Kanoa had been sorry, he wanted forgiveness. Kale began to weep. All he had ever wanted was to reconcile with his brother. And now there was no chance of that. 

Kale found Holly and pulled her in for a hug. Holly didn't say anything. She had seen the letter earlier and knew Kale had read it. She didn't know what Kanoa had said but lightened the mood. "I called a sitter, Lyddia actually invited us over to their house tonight." Kale nodded and kissed her forehead. "Sounds good."

Visiting Lyddia was a good distraction for Kale, Holly decided. He needed to get his mind off Kanoa. Holly was amazed at how loyal Kale had been to Kanoa. In the end, Kanoa did right his wrong but nearly cost them both their lives. Meanwhile, Lyddia was telling Kale about renovating their home. Holly was proud of her brother for finally getting his own place although she missed him and Lyddia both. Especially at dinner time. Toddlers aren't the best conversationalists. 

A few days later Lyddia announced to Kyle excitedly, "We are going to have a baby!" Kyle sat staring at Lyddia. "What?" Lyddia laughed. "We're having a baby." Kyle looked shocked. "A baby?" Lyddie couldn't stop laughing, Kyle's expression was so surprised. "Yes, honey a baby!" Kyle kissed Lyddia. "We're having a baby!" He exclaimed. 

  
And its time for the toddlers to age up! This time in their lives seemed to just fly by.

And on an unrelated note...Kambree apparently went to college and got a degree in Communications while Kale and Holly were away...as a toddler (???) I have no idea how...but that is one less child they have to send to college! ;) 

Theo is the first to age up! As the oldest, he's pretty laid back like Kale but will look out for his younger siblings. 

And as Kambree ages up, Holly almost throws up! Hmm...wonder what that's about? *wink

Kambree (our little college genius) still has a happy moodlet from getting her college diploma (lol). Hope she doesn't rub that degree in Theo's face too much!

Hayden ages up next! Aww...he looks so adorable in his sweater. He is the lone blonde out of the children...and up close his features look a lot like Holly, we will see with age!

Matthew is the last to age up...he has a head full of curly hair. Matthew is a very shy child and so far, doesn't act a thing like Kanoa. Kale tried not to cry looking at Matthew and thinking about his brother. Poor Kale! Holly excuses herself...

                    To go puke on the balcony! Isn't that just lovely?

Kambree and Matthew both are Artistic and immediately find the easels! They both quickly get their painting up to level five.

 Kale, Theo, and Hayden spend most days snorkeling in the pool. Hayden and Theo both have the athletic trait and love swimming!

Kale was super excited when Holly told him that they were going to have a baby!

They are just so cute together! They now have four kids and a baby on the way..that is going to one chaotic house for awhile. ;)

The next night, Kale was working out when the doorbell rang. Kale, knowing it was Kyle coming over to work out, turned off the treadmill and went to greet him.

Kale noticed the kids and Holly looking anxiously at him. "It's not Uncle Kyle, its some girl." Matthew stated.  "Well let's see what she wants. Maybe she's looking to babysit?" Kale winked at Holly before opening the door.

"Can I help you?" Kale asked, trying to be polite. "Yes, you can actually." The teenager confirmed, looking nervous. "Have I seen you before?" She nodded. "Not for years."

                     "Uncle Kale, its me, Desiree. Your niece."

End of Part 24