I woke up a little earlier to put things in order before the rest of the house woke up, and by the rest of the house, I mean Tessa. 

It's her birthday today, and I was planning something not too elaborate but also worth remembering. 

Hayden kicked against the party. As they spent the day sulking and mourning Tessa's mom, losing her took a lot from them, and I understand that. 

But not anymore; a new sheriff has arrived. I was just going to test the waters with the small family and friends gathering; maybe I will go for something elaborate next year. Well, it all depends on how things...