Goodbye, Magnolia (Cornerstone Book 1) by Noorman Krista

Author:Noorman, Krista [Noorman, Krista]
Language: eng
Format: azw3, epub
Published: 2015-05-15T04:00:00+00:00

Maggie’s feet dangled from Uncle Pete’s dock, and her toes made circles on the surface of the water. Her mother’s laugh floated across the yard, and she smiled to herself. Moments like these didn’t come along often. She was beginning to realize with each passing day how important her family and friends were and how precious time with them was. Her constant work schedule and busyness had caused her to lose focus on what was most important. Their love and support the other night had shown her that.

She glanced out at the dark lake in front of her. The lights from the houses reflected across the rippling water, the crickets chirped, and a soft, warm breeze blew in from the lake. A few boats were out motoring about, and she could hear the sound of happy people enjoying their Independence Day.

The wooden planks of the dock felt cool as she laid back and looked up at the perfectly clear night sky. The stars twinkled just for her. It had been a long time since she laid out under the stars. The last time had been with Ben a month before they were to be married. She closed her eyes and listened to the sounds of the night, trying to shake off the memory of them lying in the backyard at Maggie’s parents house, kissing and talking about their future. It was only days later that the dream of their future together was shattered.

Footsteps on the dock conveniently interrupted her thoughts, and she sat up to see who it was.

“Can I sit?” Simon approached and sat down without waiting for her answer.

“I didn’t know you were coming back.” She laid back again.

He kicked his flip flops off and dropped his feet into the water next to hers. His eyes met hers.

“So how is it that you don’t have a wedding tonight? I thought you were the most sought after photographer in town,” he teased.

“How is that you don’t have a wedding?” She threw back at him. “I thought you were the most sought after …” She stopped. “Nah. I can’t finish that sentence. I don’t like to lie.”

“Funny.” He laid back next to her. “Wow! The stars are really bright tonight.”

Maggie could feel the heat from his arm resting next to hers. If she moved only an inch to the left, their arms would touch.

Oh my gosh! Mom was right. It was intentional. I’m so pathetic. This is Simon we’re talking about. Simon! Come on, Maggie! She mentally slapped herself and sat up.

Simon sat up, too. His arm was now touching hers.

She wanted to move, but she couldn’t. His arm was so warm against hers, and it felt good to be so close to someone, even if it was Simon. She missed having someone, holding hands, ... kissing.

It had only been a few days since he held her on the porch swing. Though it had been completely innocent, she remembered what it felt like to be in his strong arms. She felt safe there.

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