Pippin balanced Eoleof on his hip and made his way out to the garden. Ivy needed a rest--this pregnancy was taking a toll on her--and he'd promised to keep the children outside today.
Fari was chasing the little ones, making them squeal with laughter. For being fourteen, Fari had a lot of patience for his young brothers and sisters.
Pippin set Eoleof down and she toddled away towards her brothers and sister. It made him a little sad that she was growing up and no longer relied on him. But he'd soon have a new baby to spoil.