The Reluctant Passenger

Miriam grinned, "I just had a fortune teller read Hazel's fortune. He said the next baby will be a boy."

"Mommy, why not give me a little brother ASAP?" Hazel said, all cheerful as she shook my hand. "I want a little brother."

"Alright, Hazel, don't say that out loud. Just keep it in your heart," Miriam said, beaming like she thought I could give her a son tomorrow.

Declan walked over, and Miriam