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Authors: Barbara McMahon
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Zack drove through the night, almost unable to believe Marcie had said she loved him. He didn't deserve it. He also didn't deserve the grace from God, but he knew it was there. He would spend the rest of his days proving he could be depended upon and would always be there for her. He offered a quiet prayer of thanks for so many things.
When they reached her apartment, he woke her.
“You're home. Do as your father said and get a good night's rest.”
“Sorry I conked out on you. I think it was the relief of knowing things are going to be okay with my dad.”
“Don't worry about that. I'll see you in the morning.” He walked her to her door and gave her a lingering kiss before turning and running down the steps.
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The next morning Marcie headed to the café early, to check in on everything, update her employees and make plans to be at the hospital for the next few days.
She was about to leave for Portland when Zack entered the kitchen, looking for her.
“I stopped by your apartment first, and when there was no answer, I tried here,” he said, waving to the kitchen staff as he entered Marcie's office.
“I'm just winding up things so I can get back up to Portland. I spoke to my dad, and he's feeling sore and tired, but otherwise is happy.”
“I'll drive you up,” Zack said.
She smiled as she nodded. “I'd like that.”
When they left Rocky Point, Zack detoured to drive by the Kincaid residence.
“Did you forget something?” she asked when he pulled into the driveway.
“You could say that.” He stopped and got out to go around and open the passenger door.
“Come with me for a couple of minutes.”
She got out, looking at the house, freshly painted and surrounded by the partially painted picket fence. He didn't stop, but walked around the fence and headed for the bluff. Curious, Marcie followed until they stood at the edge, the blue Atlantic stretching out as far as the eye could see.
“I'm hoping this is right,” he said nervously.
“What?”
“The house by the sea. I'm buying out Joe's half. And
the picket fence. And the time and the place.” Turning, he took her hands in his and looked into her eyes. “Marcie, would you marry me?”
Slowly she smiled, happiness and delight flooding through her. “Yes, Zack, I'd be most honored.”
With a whoop of joy, he picked her up and spun them around. “Thank you, Lord!” he shouted. She laughed with happiness. God did perform miracles. All fear for their future was gone. She would trust in God and Zack from now on and knew, this time around, when the wedding ceremony started Zack would be waiting for her to walk up the aisle to bind her life with his.
They had plans to make, people to tell. It was agreed between them to tell Joe and Gillian first. Suddenly what Gillian said earlier made sense. She'd known Zack was buying the house and fixing it up. No wonder she'd been so sure his return home was permanent.
“Unless you think we should tell your father first,” he said.
“Maybe we'll wait on that, until he's better.”
“I can see your point. Do you think he'll forgive me one day?”
“When he sees how happy I am, you can be sure he will. But we need to tell Joe before he guesses,” she said. “But I don't want to take away from their wedding.” She was almost giddy with happiness, warring with her continued concern about her father.
“I think my brother suspects I was going this direction. I think he'll be pleased. And I think our happiness will make theirs even more so.”
“Now I'll really be Jenny's aunt. She's called me that all along, as an honorary title.”
“Two things we need to talk about,” he said slowly. “FirstâI need to go back to Paris to close down my
apartment, ship home some things, sell my car. I can wait and we can make it a honeymoon trip if you like.”
“Paris for a honeymoon, you're kidding. Of course I'd like!”
“Okay. Next, I'm not sure I'm going into partnership with Joe. I mean, I might, but not halves. I really like the idea of the training course for teen drivers. I've been looking into different programs to learn more about it. I think I want to do something along those lines. What do you think?”
“I think that's wonderful. When I remember how Sean was before you took an interest, and seeing him now, it's amazing. Boys especially need good male role models. And when there's no father in the picture, who can they turn to? You surprise me, though.”
“I remember my dad, he was pretty great. If I can offer half what he did to boys who don't have a father, I'd be satisfied.”
“So, knowing the plans I have, and the fact nothing will mean anything if you're not there with me, I want to marry you in the worst way. I've missed you every day since I left. I love you, Marcie Winter, I always have. This time I'll stand by, no matter what.”
“I love you, Zack Kincaid, I always have. And I'm counting on you.”
He smiled as he drew her close for a kiss to seal the vows. No matter what the future held, love and faith would see them through.
Dear Reader,
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One stayed, one left. Has that happened to you? Marcie Winter has always loved Rocky Point, Maine, where she was born and raised. All she ever wanted was to build a life in the town, raise a family and know everyone in town. Her family has been in Rocky Point for generations. She saw no reason to be the one to leave.
Zack Kincaid wanted adventure and excitementâmore than would ever be found in a small coastal town in Maine. While he was growing up, he yearned for more than the fishing village offered. When the call for adventure arrived, the timing was bad. But he took it anyway, and broke Marcie's heart.
A life-changing event years later, however, has Zack examining if choices made at eighteen were to last all his life. Maybe it was time to reevaluate decisions, see what life had to offer surrounded by family and life-long friends. So back to Rocky Point he goes when he learns of his brother's injuries. Getting to know his brother better, his niece, reconnecting with old friends has Zack viewing life in the small town differently. He's seen the bigger world, but in Rocky Point feels a tie that can't be denied.
Plus, there's the girl he left behind.
The past can't be recaptured. But sometimes the future can be even brighter.
I hope you enjoy the journey Zack and Marcie make.
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All the best,
ISBN: 978-1-4592-0621-2
ROCKY POINT REUNION
Copyright © 2011 by Barbara McMahon
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