The college semester behind them, two best friends scribble goals and silly wishes on the paper tablecloth of their favorite café. “Lose five pounds.” “Acquire world’s largest collection of shoes.” “Fall semester in Spain.”But with the sudden death of her friend later that night, the unthinkable shatters Vicki Brightman’s notion of invincible youth. Grief-stricken, she travels to be with family on Sanibel Island, Florida but quickly deep dives into darkness, engulfed by insomnia, panic attacks, and a preoccupation with her own mortality. As she accepts a summer job on a remote island, her healing journey—that takes her from the island to Spain, and deep into her soul—is underway.A boat captainA flamenco dancerThe bullfighterVicki encounters enlightening strangers along the way, who inspire and remind her of the significance of just being alive. Mindful of her own breath, and each step, and the surprises all around her, she returns to the café. Determined to live life with gusto, how will she rewrite her tablecloth scribbles?This coming of age women's fiction novel will inspire you to live life to the fullest! If you love clean romance, this story is a great fit for you!
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