Natasha's Legacy (35 page)

She nodded and smiled and then glanced back
toward the diary.

“Is it what you expected?” he asked.

“More so. I can’t imagine reading this as her
husband or child. Obviously, I’m not very far into it but I know
from what I’m reading, Natasha poured her heart into this diary.
I’m still coming to grips with the fact my dream was detailing the
history of your family. Just a few days ago I was hoping to meet a
member of this incredible family and now I know I’m part of it. I
still can’t believe I didn’t see a bit of Stewart and Alex in you,
your dad, or Papa Victor.”

“Neither did I and I know we possess the same
traits. From what you and Mom tell me, the smile and eyes as
well.”

“You’re definitely a Donovan and a
Venderkemp. Are you going to read the diary when I’m done?”

“I don’t know. I’ll decide once you, Mom, and
Dad finish. Even knowing the ending, it will be a tough read. We
both know I’m a bit of a softy.”

“You will be an amazing daddy.”

Keeghan put her arms around his neck. “I’ll
speak with Stephanie tomorrow and begin arranging a work schedule
for our holiday. I’m sure Mom and Dad will look after Constable
this time, unless they are planning a trip they haven’t told me
about it. With any luck, the money from your big client will arrive
before we leave and Jim can monitor the account. Remind him you get
half the commission cheque. We will need it to pay for these
holidays.”

William began to chuckle.

“Wha-a-t?” she asked, emphasizing the word as
her grin grew larger.

Will smiled. “Have I told you lately how much
I love you?”

“I love hearing it.”

“I want a picture of Papa holding our child.
A picture with Dad, Papa, and me. Four generations.”

“And one of my nana and your papa and the
baby. Both sides of the family. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for
your Donovan blue eyes. Nana Natasha will look down and smile if
we’re successful and now, so will your parents and Papa Victor.
Let’s make a Donovan blue-eyed baby.”

Will’s attention shifted to the dog as she
continued sleeping beside Keeghan.

“Special treat tonight, Constable. You can
spend the night on the sofa. Sweet dreams, kiddo.”

Keeghan gripped Will’s hand and walked down
the hallway to their bedroom.

The End

Natasha’s Dream, Book 1

Natasha’s Diary, Book 2

Natasha’s Hope, Book 3

Natasha’s Legacy, Book 4

* * *

The Donovan Family Tree

Harold and Anna Strathroy had twin
sons and one daughter - Marcus and Joshua and Natasha

Willard and Elizabeth Donovan had one son and
one daughter - Stewart and Victoria (Vicki)

The Saga follows Stewart and
Natasha

Stewart married Natasha - had one daughter -
Hope

Victoria married Gregory - had one son and one
daughter - Matthew and Tessa

Hope married Adam - had one son and one
daughter - Alexander and Rose

Alexander married Sarah - adopt two
girls

Rose married Richard - had twins - Victor and
Alisha

Victor married
Nana - had one son
-
Lucas

Lucas
married
Kirsten -
ha
d one son - William

William married Keeghan - hope to have a
child

* * *

About the Author

Heather has an uncanny ability to frequently
‘manipulate’ her dreams. As a bonus, she remembers them in
extensive detail the following morning. A dream inspired the basic
storyline. Then her overactive imagination developed the characters
and the detail. In her spare time Heather assists the Healing
Cycle, Hospice Palliative Care. She is also actively involved with
the local curling club, currently volunteering her time teaching
children when she isn’t curling herself. Heather has a passion for
travel, photography and gardening. She would like to extend a
special thank-you to her niece for reading and re-reading and to
her husband for his support, and encouragement, suggesting she
“write it down.”