I’m writing this month's blog from a different perspective. I’m living one of the chapters from my story….I’m on an adventure with friends, my husband, and my son. We’ve had days of meeting people from different countries, taking pictures of things like cobblestone streets, waterfalls, and that random flower that just makes my heart happy.
Social media, books, and blogs - pretty much everyone shares breathtaking views and “remember this” moments. This month’s story is a different view. I’m sharing what everyone lives, but doesn’t really talk about.
Every adventure with friends comes with stories that test our patience—or bring us closer.
At the time, cross words are spoken, tears my shed, and fears are spoken aloud. They’re the moments when we’re vulnerable that will grow into the stories we’ll laugh about later.
Most importantly, they’re the moments that remind us why we’re good for each other.
So far, we’ve learned that not all laundry facilities are the same. It took my friend two days to get her clothes cleaned because we couldn’t figure out how to get the dryer to work.
I learned how much water socks hold because drying them with an iron was less daunting than going one more round with that forsaken machine.
Like I said, frustration was expressed, tears were shed, and vulnerabilities were expressed. Then came the hugs and the words, “We'll get through this.” And we did.
As we hurried through the train station, I noticed that “We’ll get through this” is a universal theme. I can only speculate that it is when our humanity shines. When people are candid about their challenges, others will take a moment to point them in the right direction.
Yes, the beauty of a trip begins with those once-in-a-lifetime landscapes—but the heart of why I travel is in those small, messy, meaningful moments.
When we shine—not because everything went right—but because we chose patience, kindness, and encouraged someone with a quiet “I got you.”
And that’s what I love about writing.
Seeing those character traits play out in the real world affirms everything I put on the page.
Whether it’s in a tiny town or a crowded train station, it’s people who make the moments that matter.
Warmly,
💛 Merri
He’s the king of the friend zone. Easton has two priorities: keep his kids happy and keep his love life out of the local gossip loop. After one tragic loss and a few awkward almost-romances, he’s earned a nickname—a title he didn't know about until Grace pinned it to him like a queen bestowing an honor upon a knight.
She’s the queen of everyone’s heart. Grace, on the other hand, doesn’t mean to win things… it just keeps happening. A touch quirky, a little nerdy, and always up for a challenge, she’s perfectly content watching Easton from the sidelines. He’s steady. He’s safe. And she knows better than to expect anything more.
But when Grace keeps racking up wins—Baked goods raffles? Check. Community game night? Check. The hearts of children and unsuspecting single dads? Whoops.
And Easton keeps losing ground—not just in games, but in the fight to stay emotionally neutral—he’ll learn that he’ll need a new strategy.
To win Grace’s heart, Easton will have to step out of the safe zone and into her world—where the rules are different, the stakes are high, and the biggest win is love.
This story includes:
📖 He falls hard
📖 Small-town competitions and cake-related banter
📖 Friends to more
📖 Kids playing matchmaker
📖 Sassy, sweet banter with a side of emotional damage repair
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