The Mist in the Woods

By Susan Hight Wilson

The Mist in the Woods is one of many stories about the life and adventures of Gabby and her family. The stories take place on the family farm and with her grandmother Gigi. The land has been in the family for years and was originally purchased by her great-great-great-grandfather Patrick and his sister, Kathleen. Gabby faces many scary encounters, but her faith in God helps her to persevere.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: May 19, 2018
• ISBN: 9781546242604

Susan Hight Wilson

I was born and raised in a small town in Texas. When I was young, I greatly enjoyed telling stories. Since then, I have always wanted to share them with others. My passion is always God first, family second, and the rest will fall into place.

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Published by AuthorHouse 05/17/2018

ISBN: 978-1-5462-4261-1 (sc)

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Contents

Chapter 1   The Mist in the Woods

Chapter 2   The Sleepover

Chapter 3   The Next Morning

Chapter 4   Looking for Me

Chapter 5   I Was Lost

Chapter 6   The Sounds

Chapter 7   The Search Was Called Off

Chapter 8   My Return

To my children and their families.

You have always been there for me, and I thank God for each one of these blessings.

CHAPTER 1

The Mist in the Woods

G randma Gigi’s house is a very special place to stay at or to visit. Her house was built a very long time ago, on land our family had owned for many years. It first belonged to my great-great-great-grandfather Patrick and his sister Kathleen. They came from Ireland to America after their father died. I have heard stories about them my whole life, as well as about the mist in the woods. I have even seen it—that is, the mist in the woods.

Everyone who visits or stays at Gigi’s house sees the mist. It seems to rise from the ground and covers the entire woods. When the mist comes to the woods, you can’t see any trees. Maybe I had better start by telling you about a few special days at Gigi’s house.

I always loved visiting Grandma Gigi. What fun I had spending time with her and playing with my brother and sometimes my cousins. I cannot explain what it was then or what it is like now. Maybe it was being with Gigi, or maybe it was magic. All I know is that it was wonderful.

I remember climbing trees, running around, swinging on the tire swing, and having so much fun. When the weather was nice, we picnicked at our family’s special spot. Everyone always helped to pack the large picnic basket. Gigi made sure we