Kate looked at Anne with a pitying frown. She knew how family troubles could make one cry, though she didn't do it in other people's kitchens. When her family was fighting or the tensions grew too high, she would hide in her room or find a quiet space outside and cry quietly on her own so no one would see her.

"Aye, things will get better. You'll see." She turned to her mother. "That sounds lovely. Can I help ye, ma?"