The German Birthday Wish, Mommy Quinn

Chapter 1

At my daughter's birthday party, she stood before the candles and made a wish in German.

"I wish that Auntie Linnette could be my mommy this year."

My husband, Desmond, chuckled and ruffled her hair.

"You'll get your wish very soon, sweetheart."

I stood frozen in place. The cake in my hand slipped, crashing onto the floor in a messy heap of frosting and sponge.

Desmond looked at me with feigned concern. "Honey, what's wrong?"

I shook my head quickly, forcing a tight smile. "My h