She remembered the happy couple on their wedding day, could it have been eight years ago? Didn't seem like it. But it had to be. They had complimented each other, Philip with his dark wavy hair and Julia with her blond curls cascading down her back, a few tendrils escaped her veil to frame her face. Louise had been delighted with her new daughter-in-law, exclaiming how wonderful Philip had found the perfect mate. And Julia and Louise got along famously. Of course they would. Everyone got along with Louise. What was not to like. She showed the same caring nature to Julia. Welcomed her into the family with open arms. What had gone wrong in so short a time to cause this rift in their relationship? Obviously Molly blamed Philip, but Julia hadn't spoken to Molly either. Between Philip, Molly, and Julia and waiting for word about the surgery, the tension in the room became almost unbearable. Rose tried to think of something to say to lighten the mood, but her concern and fear left her at a loss for words.
