“You tasted happiness long enough for Christa to realize she’d found hers. Then you dumped that poor man, Lance, the minute Christa stopped her divorce. That man loves you, and it’s time for you to stop running and allow him to love you.”
“It’s time for you to leave, Nana. You have no say over how I live my life anymore.” Allie put her fists on her hips, drew in a deep breath, and glared at me.
I’d seen that stance many times before. Ever since she was a headstrong little girl, she used that posture to signal her stubborn streak. She wouldn’t listen to me then, not in that state. It’d take more finagling to make her see the light.
Game on, little girl. Game on.
“Okay,” I replied, infusing my tone with as much sadness as I could. “I’ll go. I’m sorry you hate me so much. I love you, my little spitfire. I’ve always loved you with all of my heart.”
My walk back to the door was unhurried and measured. She’d seldom seen me sad and never saw me broken, so that version of me was no doubt confusing. I wanted to give her plenty of time seeing me in that state before I was out of sight. It would help us both later, when I implemented my plan for Allie and Lance.
Until then, buttercups. Until then…
Acknowledgments
This part is the hardest part of the book to write because I don’t want to leave anyone out or make anyone feel unappreciated. I am so grateful for everyone who supports me in this endeavor. Singling people out for their specific support is my way of saying an extra special THANK YOU for their unwavering help.
First and foremost, I want to thank my Lord and Savior for His continued forgiveness of a sinner.
To my husband: I love you. Thank you standing beside me and helping me every step of the way.
To my reader group: You are the best. Thank you for being my beta readers, my sounding boards, my biggest supporters, and the all-around best people in the world. Love all of you!
Michelle Dare, you have talked me off the ledge too many times to count. I don’t know what I’d do without you. You’re one of my closest friends and one of the few people I actually do trust. Love you, my friend!
My Beta Readers, thank you for all the time you spend reading my books and giving feedback. But more than that, thank you for all the laughs in our secret group, for the friendships we’ve made, and the good times we’ve had.You’re all forever in my heart.
Lisa Hollett, you’re both my editor and my friend. I appreciate your feedback and witty banter…along with all the drinks, meals, and crazy conversations we’ve had!
The NCC Authors, you always have my back and are willing to try whatever crazy idea I suggest. You’re the best group of ladies and I love all of you!
My FTN girls, thank you for the laughs, the safe space to vent, and the friendships formed in there. Lisa Paul, I freaking love you especially. If I didn’t have to work all day, I have no doubt we’d spend hours on the phone, just talking and laughing, and loving every minute of it. Ilsa Madden-Mills, you are such a wonderful person! Mucho, mucho love for all y’all (that’s Southern slang)!
Bloggers, thank you so much for everything you do to support my books and tell your readers about them. You make this dream possible and I’ll never forget that.
Readers, without your support and willingness to take a chance on a new author, none of us would have a reason to do this. These characters live and breathe in our imagination and they come to life through you, through your love for them, and through your word of mouth. Thank you for reading authors everywhere, but a special thanks from this author for your support.
Lots of love to everyone who helped make this book possible!
About the Author
A.D. Justice is happily married to her husband of more than twenty-five years. They have two sons together and enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities. A.D. has a full-time job by day, with a BS degree in Organizational Management and an MBA in Health Care Administration. Writing gives her the outlet she needs to live in the fantasy world that is a constant in her mind.
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