Chapters 19 and 20 Summary

Chapter 19: Aunt Patty's Arrival

Noreen and her daughters had watched the sunrise. She told them that she was sure Baby was in heaven with the angels. Still, all Noreen did was paint. Milly was worried about her, scolding her for letting herself go and getting so thin. Willa Jo was secretly happy that Aunt Patty showed up. She knew her mother needed help. When Aunt Patty suggested that she take the girls with her, in a secret place in her heart, Willa Jo wanted to go.

Chapter 20: Uncle Hob

Uncle Hob sticks his head outside the dormer window, asking the girls if they'd like some water and a cheese sandwich. He passes out a mason jar of ice cold water. He hands an umbrella to Little Sister. He is dressed in a shirt and tie but crawls out on the roof...