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“This whole evening is straight out of central casting for a fantasy New Year's Eve date. I'm certain they'd be drinking champagne. Threads of Kindness”

“You know how a cloud covers the sun, Lyla said, and then suddenly moves away--and it's as if God has shown a spotlight on the earth?" Threads of Kindness”

“Oh, I can't wait!" Anita said, her voice as giddy as if the captain of the football team had asked her to the senior prom. Threads of Kindness”

“She never got over the thrill of watching a woman don the dress she'd said yes to. A wedding dress lit up a woman like no other garment she'd ever own. Threads of Kindness”

“The dress looked stunning on her -- anyone could see that. And Sunday knew it too. But there was no sparkle in her eyes. She looked like a cashier relieved her register had balanced -- satisfied but not overjoyed. Threads of Kindness”

“Fiona finally rocked back on her heels and looked up at them. The smile on her face told them what they wanted to know before she spoke. Threads of Kindness”

“Sunlight streamed through the stained glass above the altar, casting colors like watercolor brushstrokes across the stone floor. Threads of Kindness”

“Their kiss was sweet, certain, and sacred--the kind that bore witness to a love elevated to a lifetime commitment. Threads of Kindness”

“Josh’s heart flooded with happiness. Witnessing people adopt a pet was like watching them fall in love. Everyone was a kid again, experiencing the rush of infatuation that inevitably turned into a deep bond. Waves of Grace”

“A frisson of fear skittered down Clara's spine. She'd paid the electric bill for the patisserie she'd opened a few months earlier on the last day for payment listed on the disconnect notice. Surely the utility company hadn't shut off her service by mistake." Tarts & Turnovers”

“Today is a very special day for Linden Falls. The dream of this young lady..." he leaned over and looked into Laura's upturned face, "is going to come true. And this dream will save lives and enrich our community." Wishful Tails”

“Pam dropped to her knees and threw her arms around the big Lab. "You're such a good boy and Leopole is a big baby. He'll come around and love you, just like I do. It's just going to take time." Wishful Tails”

“The unblemished blanket of white looked like icing on a cake dusted with glittery sugar. The scene was magical--perfect for Christmas morning." Threads of Kindness”

“Right before a party starts, I always go to my own front door and pretend I'm a guest walking inside. I want their first view to be welcoming." Threads of Kindness”

“Christmas is a time for miracles. The changes in my life are truly that. I want to share this joyous news with all of you." Threads of Kindness”

“I guess watching Disney movies my entire childhood is catching up with me. I still want to be a Disney princess." Threads of Kindness”

“Maggie and John weren't the only ones feeling down in the dumps this Christmas Day. I don't want to overstate it, but I was drenched in melancholy." Threads of Kindness”

“A slow, tender smile spread across his face. He shrugged out of his coat, and tossed it over one arm, his dark eyes never leaving hers. Threads of Kindness”

“Their kiss was deep and unhurried, as if he were memorizing the moment--and she was only too happy to let him. Threads of Kindness”

“I love hearing that. Linden Falls sounds a lot like Westbury.” Maggie leaned back against his chest, and he circled her with his arms, resting his chin on the top of her head. They stood in silence as thin clouds shrouded the moon, painting the trees at the bottom of the slope with a milky wash. Waves of Grace”

“After years of yearning for my dream life, it now seems like it’s on the horizon—after only a couple of days. And it’s all thanks to you, Gordon.” She propelled herself onto her tiptoes and planted a kiss on his cheek as flakes of snow fluttered to the ground around them. Waves of Grace”

“Gordon looked between the happy couple and felt a visceral pull on his heartstrings. His parents had had such a connection, and he had wanted one for himself, too. A surge of sadness coursed through him as he wondered when he’d given up on the idea. Waves of Grace”

“Maggie sent up a prayer of thanks, as she often did, that she’d followed her instincts all those years ago and moved into Rosemont. She’d known no one here at the time, but now the love of her life was next to her and her home was filled with people she adored and who loved her back. Waves of Grace”