Rose My life went from mundane and lonely to suddenly being filled with best friends, nieces, and nephews. I thought I had everything I needed. Love wasn’t even on my radar—until the day I dropped the kids off and saw him standing on the porch. One smile, and every thought I had flew right out the window. Who is this man who’s left me completely speechless? Grant After a rough breakup, I never imagined I’d find myself back in this small town. Relationships? Not interested. My focus is on rebuilding my life, nothing more. At least, that’s what I told myself—until the moment she stepped out of her car. Beautiful. Confident. The kind of woman who makes me question every rule I’ve put in place. Love after forty? I wasn’t looking for it. But maybe it’s been waiting for me all along.