Chapter 241

The next afternoon saw all of Gwen’s and Steve’s family and friends at a pool party at their new home. The pool was Olympic size and heated to 85 degrees. The affair was catered and everyone had a great time.

Steve was often seen holding Theresa. He even took her into the pool and played with her in the water. A little later he was seen showing Stephanie’s little brother how to do various swim strokes. Billy was seven and able to swim, but Steve felt he should be more familiar with all aspects of swimming and not just be able to tread water and move slowly from one point to another. Next he had Richard Drake’s daughter in the pool and was showing her how to float.

“Look at your boyfriend,” pointed out Diane to Gwen. “He’s so good with kids. Billy idolizes him, while Theresa and Ingrid love him to death. He’s going to make a wonderful father. I remember the first time I saw you two together in swim suits. I told Paula and Lisa that you’d have beautiful children.”

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