EDT Harkers Island, North Carolina “I think you’re skinnier than you were the last time I saw you,” Mammy said. Her deep voice came out in High Tide Brogue. Alex could only smile. This life-toughened woman radiated love. Mammy held out her arms and Alex was all but engulfed in her soft folds. Mammy kissed her forehead. “How is your handsome husband?” Mammy asked. “Handsome,” Alex smiled. “He and Max are running the marathon today.” “You like the crazy ones?” Mammy peered into Alex’s face and leaned back to laugh. “I do too.” Alex laughed. “Now introduce me to your friends.” Threading her arm thought Alex’s elbow, Mammy leaned forward to see them better. “Zackary! I hear you had a new baby girl.” As if he was fifteen, Zack blushed. He gave her a goofy smile. “Did you bring Mammy some pictures?” she asked. “Yes ma’am,” Zack said. “Is she a dragon?” Mammy whispered. “No ma’am,” Zack said. “You’re going to have to explain that to Mammy,”
