Free Snowmen In Paradise (Book 2 Tj Jensen Paradise Lake Mysteries) by Kathi Daley Page B

suppose you know where we can rent a warming hut?”
    “I’m sure we have an extra one at the resort we’d be happy to lend you,” Ben offered . “I’ll have the crew take it over to the lake with the others. Are you all set for poles and bait?”
    “We figured we’d stop at the sporting goods store in town and get what we need,” Andy answered. “Your lovely activities director gave us a list of suggested supplies right down to a portable ice chest for the fish we catch. She’s one organized little gal.”
    “Yeah, she’s great .” Ben smiled.
    “She gave us a list of all the events taking place over the weekend,” Andy added. “There are three or four things we might try our hands at.”
    “And don’t forget about teaching us to ice skate .” Maude leaned her head against her tall husband’s shoulder.
    “We’ll need skates,” Millie said.
    “We have plenty of rentals in the sun and ski shop,” Tj informed them . “I’m sure our staff can hook you up with everything you need.”
    “I think this is our song.” Millie blushed as Abe kissed her gently on the lips.
    Tj felt a joy that had been missing during the last week fill her heart as she watched the happy couples . She’d almost let her anger with Travis rob her of the happiness brought about by witnessing the very special union of four people so much in love. It was Sunday. The winter carnival would be nothing but a fading memory by this time next week, and the usually peaceful community of Serenity would be rid of the likes of Travis Davidson, hopefully for good this time.
    “ Two maintenance workers were injured in the explosion, but so far it looks like there wasn’t any loss of life,” Jake said after hanging up his phone. “The fire started about an hour before anyone had called it in. One of the maintenance workers was setting up tables in the lodge, and he’s the one who saw smoke coming from the office and went to investigate. When he realized the building was on fire, he called another maintenance employee to come to help. They tried to use hoses to put out the flames while they waited for the fire department to arrive. It seems both men suffered from smoke inhalation, and one of them received some pretty bad burns when the building exploded. It’s amazing they both weren’t killed.”
    “I wonder how the fire started ,” Tj said.
    “ That’s a question for the investigators,” Jake responded as Kyle walked toward them.
    “Beautiful service .” Kyle shook Judge Harper’s hand before sitting down at the table.
    “Thank you , son. I enjoyed your speech as well.”
    “I can’t believe how many hours I agonized over finding the perfect words to convey my feelings , but in the end I just said what was in my heart.”
    “It really was beautiful,” Tj added. “Where’s Carmen?”
    “She has an early flight out of Sacramento in the morning , so she decided to go back to the house. I think she’s feeling sad to be leaving Newton behind and wanted to spend some time with him while she could.”
    “How’s he settling in?” Tj asked.
    “He seems to be having the time of his life playing with Trooper,” Kyle said, referring to his black lab. “I’m sure Newton will miss Carmen, but I’m guessing he’ll do fine.”
    “ Puppies are adaptable.” Tj nodded her head.
    “Have you thought any mor e about what we talked about?” Jake asked Kyle as Tj turned to wave to one of the guests who had just come in.
    “A bit . I have to admit the idea is intriguing, but I’m just not sure.”
    “What idea is that?” Tj asked, rejoining the conversation.
    “Don Portman is resigning from the town council after this year ,” Jake answered. “I thought Kyle here would be an excellent choice to replace him.”
    “Jake is right,” Tj agreed . “You would be good. You’re open-minded and fair. I’ve never known you to have a personal agenda. You’re richer than Midas, so I doubt you’ll be swayed by bribery. I love the