Book 1, Chapter 9, (Christmas Eve, Three) Summary

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, December 24, 25, 26, 1991 Henry = 28: Clare = 20

Henry and Clare spend the three days at Meadowlark, with her immediate family. Henry gets to know and understand Lucille and how she affects the family with her mood swings. Mark introduces his fiancée, Sharon, to the family and announces she is pregnant. This causes chaos and while Clare, Henry and Alicia have no problem with the outcome, Lucille and Phillip are devastated. Lucille causes a scene, and Great Aunty Dulcie politely puts Lucille straight concerning pregnancy and marriage. Clare understands her meaning. Henry develops a bond with Etta and Nell and feels the days spent at Meadowlark are exhausting. During Mass, Henry disappears for a short period, but luckily, he is not missed. Henry and Clare attend a party at Laura's where he educates Jodie and...