" She wanted the kids to have a small taste of success, to be the center of attention, something rare when their siblings’ illnesses consumed such a large part of their lives. She closed her eyes, afraid to look. “You’re going to want to see this,” he said. Ellie opened her eyes, gasped, burst with pride. “First place! "

― Melissa McClone , A Christmas Homecoming (Bar V5 Dude Ranch #5)