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“That wasn’t a joke. How’s life been since you left those kinds of hours behind?” Better. Happier. More interesting. But he kept that to himself. .. “Then why not work a little law back in? Sounds like this legal job would leave you plenty of time for other pursuits, and it would help keep your skills sharp.” “I’m considering it.” Charley picked up his paintbrush. “Makes sense to me.”
— Nov 16, 2025 10:39AM
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Nancy
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Brakes were a valuable asset—on cars and in life. Was it time to put the brakes on a career that had taken on a life of its own, leading him to a destination that no longer held the appeal it once had? Perhaps. (Eric)
— Nov 16, 2025 12:11PM
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Charley ambled over to the turntable and lifted the needle, shutting off the mellow jazz strains of Stan Getz. “Luck is an overrated commodity. I’ll wish you success at finding your destiny instead. Turn off the lights and lock up as usual when you leave.”
— Nov 16, 2025 11:33AM
Nancy
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And since she was clueless about how to proceed, she’d better put some heavy-duty prayer at the top of her priority list until she got the direction she needed.
— Nov 16, 2025 11:16AM
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Charley as matchmaker …
“Because a man would have to have a powerful reason to rethink the dream of his youth. And there’s nothing as powerful as a human connection.” Charley picked up on his previous comment as if there’d been no gap in the conversation,
— Nov 16, 2025 11:16AM
“Because a man would have to have a powerful reason to rethink the dream of his youth. And there’s nothing as powerful as a human connection.” Charley picked up on his previous comment as if there’d been no gap in the conversation,
Nancy
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“When I came to this town, I did not think life would ever be happy again. I knew no one, and my soul was heavy with grief. That sadness has not gone away, but the kindness you and others have shown me has made it smaller. May God bless you for all you have done to help BJ with her program—and for sharing your home with me.” She nodded, unwilling to trust her voice.
— Nov 16, 2025 11:01AM
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Old houses required constant attention—and more energy than she had these days. The place was getting away from her. But with Luis’s assistance, she ought to be able to stay on top of things. Plus, having someone on hand to fetch and carry and run errands would be a godsend.
— Nov 16, 2025 10:58AM
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She did ask many more questions during the meal, though—and he asked a few of his own. By the time she retrieved a plate of homemade pastelitos for dessert, he had no qualms about signing on for the pilot program BJ wanted to run. [Eleanor’s Cuban dinner = successful ]
— Nov 16, 2025 10:55AM
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After a moment, Eleanor spoke. “Thank you, Lord, for this food and this opportunity for Luis and me to get acquainted. Open our hearts to your will and help us make the right decision about BJ’s proposal. Please bless us with health and abundant grace. Amen.” “Amen.” Luis echoed her as he crossed himself again. “Help yourself. Don’t be shy. There’s enough here to feed an army.”
— Nov 16, 2025 10:52AM
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Once he was in his chair, she folded her hands. “I know we come from different religious backgrounds, but I always pray before meals.” “It is good to give thanks. And while we do not go to the same church, we honor the same God. I do not think he will mind if we share a simple prayer.” He bowed his head and made the sign of the cross.
— Nov 16, 2025 10:52AM
