CHAPTER 42 July 25 Dear Scott, Nine more days! Can you believe it? Then we’ll be together. I hope you like carbs because Mom’s planning to bake up a storm. It’s a good thing you’re not on a diet or anything since she’s a fabulous cook. I wish I could be more like her! I know it’s selfish, but I’m so glad you’re home. I’m sure you were a real blessing to the interns. You know, for a while I was disappointed I couldn’t go, but I see now how it will be even more special when the first time we meet face to face will be with my whole family here. They’re all going to love you. I just know it. Something you need to know about Derek is he’s always joking, so don’t let him get under your skin. Whatever he says, it’s teasing. It’s taken me time to get used to because for so long our family was