"I had intended to ask her to," Thomas admitted, his cheeks flushing as if Rena had discovered something he hadn't meant her to. But, he reminded himself, sternly, there was nothing wrong with extending that invitation! "I can't imagine that the Forresters, however kind they might be, would have an unlimited source of hospitality. Yes," he nodded, hoping to sound more sure of himself, "I would like Abby to be here. Not to work, just- to be part of my life- and Bridget's."