Jack Vettriano The Billy Boys

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asked a question as I was tucking her into bed.’ Rosie said as she was pulling the covers back and getting into bed and making herself comfortableSam thought for a few minutes before replying to Rosie’s question. ‘No I don’t think you should have. If she asks again, tell me and I will tell her where Mr Frodo went to.’‘Sam I have another thing to tell you. We’re expecting!’‘That is wonderful news Miss Rosie! I cannot wait until we have a new addition to our family.’Rosie kissed Sam’s lips before falling asleep, listening to the slow thudump of his heart.The next day Sam got up and out of bed early, he wanted to surprise his family with bacon and eggs. He had secretly bought the bacon yesterday while Rosie was asleep. He got fresh water for the flower that he had picked for Rosie yesterday and then made a start on the bacon and eggs.Elanor was the first to rise out of bed; saying that she smelled something good. When everyone had finished eating, Sam started with the dishes. Elanor remained at the table..
‘Yes and what was that?’ Sam asked with a little smile as he too climbed into bed and put his arm around Rosie. She laid her head on his chest and listened to his heartbeat while she talked.
‘She asked me what happened to Frodo.’ Rosie gave a sigh.
‘And what did you tell her?’ Frodo had left for Valinor years ago and Sam was finally able to talk about him openly without feeling sad.
‘A didn’t tell her anything. I waited for her to fall asleep before taking your hand and coming in here. Should I have told her?’‘Da, what happened to Mr Frodo? I asked Ma last night but she didn’t answer