Palmer Family

Palmer Family

Reuben was helping his mom Harriett set up a lemonade stand outside their house when Eliza walked by. Eliza, always on the lookout for a friendly face, stopped to chat. Reuben, with his big smile and infectious enthusiasm, immediately charmed Eliza. He excitedly told her all about his lemonade recipe, adding extra details like the special lemons his dad Lawrence had picked just for them. Eliza was impressed by Reuben's attentiveness and sharp memory. She even bought a cup of lemonade, enjoying their conversation as much as the refreshing drink. As Eliza walked away, she thought about how wonderful it would be to have such a bright and joyful spirit in her life.

Reuben was helping his mom sell lemonade outside the Loirent Market when he spotted Clayton Buckingham meticulously repairing a broken antique clock. He was fascinated by Clayton's careful movements and asked him questions about how the gears worked. Clayton, impressed by Reuben's curiosity and bright mind, took the time to explain the intricacies of the clock. Isla Hawkins, who happened to be browsing nearby, overheard their conversation. Intrigued by Reuben's intelligence and Clayton's patience, she approached them. They ended up spending the afternoon together discussing mechanics and storytelling. Reuben was captivated by Isla's knowledge of clocks and her passion for sharing it with others. He found a kindred spirit in Isla who appreciated his insightful questions and eagerness to learn. Isla, in turn, saw a spark of brilliance in Reuben and enjoyed nurturing his curiosity. As the sun began to set, they realized how much time had passed. Isla invited Reuben and his mother for tea at her bookstore the next day. Reuben excitedly looked forward to spending more time with Isla, eager to learn more about her world of books and clocks.