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The grounds around the house were also

beautiful and well taken care of The carpet-like green

laas always iarden

was dazzling with its hydrangeas, pansies, roses, and

geraniums There was even a small duck pond with a

dozen or so ducks in it In front of the house were two

large, bloo red maple trees Between them on the

far right was a bench sith a canopy over it,

although I don't think anyone but Cary, May, or I ever

used it

We saw Judge Childs's car parked in the

circular drivee pulled in Judge Childs was a frequent guest, especially for Sunday brunch He was e was retired, but Grandma Olivia always stressed the fact that he still had friends in high places and was

very influential

After we got out of the car, Moave us

another once-over, straightening May's clothes and