When the children opened the gifts their laughter filled the small apartment with joyful noise. Diana felt tears in her eyes because she had not heard such happiness in many years.
They also quietly helped their daughter pay several overdue bills without explaining the entire story. They simply said they had experienced an unexpected stroke of luck.
Russell finally visited a doctor to complete medical tests he had postponed for months because they lacked money. Diana replaced broken kitchen appliances and repaired several damaged parts of the apartment.
They saved a portion of the money as an emergency fund for the future. Another portion was donated to a nearby nursing home where many lonely elderly residents needed assistance.
Both of them agreed on one important principle. If the person who hid the money wished it to bring good into the world then they must honor that wish.
Meanwhile the armchair itself received careful restoration. Diana selected durable light colored fabric and Russell strengthened the wooden frame while sanding the armrests until they felt smooth.