A Glimps into Etching in the Snow
A call from her parents, sets Ashley Applegate, on a course to persuade her fiancĂ©, Garrett, to join her in Glenwood Springs, a town in the rugged Colorado Mountains. His parents join them on this adventure to build lasting relationships. The Thanksgiving turkey meal introduces twists to the lives of the families. Ashley’s sensitive heart senses Garrett is up to something and struggles with the trust she knows she should give.
Strong willed and far-sighted Garrett Hartman, is good
in business and used to getting his way. Opportunities offer themselves and he
jumps in to move mountains to lavish gifts on his cherished Ashley and her
parent’s. He finds a unique way to show his romantic side to his bride to be. Not
to be outdone, he invites strangers over for Thanksgiving who will become more
to the families than he could have predicted.
Snow covered landscapes are the backdrop to develop
and strengthen relationships with friends and family. Unexpected events bring
joy and tears to the lives of this young couple. From snowmobile rides, skiing,
and hot mineral springs, to shopping and finding the perfect dress—can you
think of a better way to spend Thanksgiving?
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Quotes from the book:
I’ve loved you for a very
long time and would wait an eternity for you.
I love you for your
character, grace, and beauty.
“Don’t cry! You’ll ruin
your makeup.”
Amazing what waterproof
does—held back a waterfall.
The brown, wood sided
building beckoned and her booted feet obeyed.
She pinched her right
hand. “Yep, I’m awake and not dreaming.”
She regarded the dark
window and the image of the words lit by candles clearly rolled across her
mind.
A man that can make women
weep by only slipping a note to his true love in a turkey is remarkable.
Her
recounting of the story had the men chuckling, but Ashley felt she had enjoyed a
chick flick.
Let’s go snuggle by the
fire as I let this sink in.”
She sailed passed them
out to the yard, and into Garrett’s waiting arms.
The buggers still had
their antlers locked when we came to a stop.
“They’re used to fighting
for the one they love on the side of a mountain in a blizzard.”
His pink body squirmed
under the warming lights.
“You read about them in books but to observe
this first hand is incredible. Fairytales exist!”
“Wow.
Slow down and catch your breath.”
“Don’t
you smell the smoke?”
Jitters
interfered with her typing and mouse gliding.
Ashley
walked in to a scene that would be burned into her heart and mind the rest of
her life.
She’d
never seen this firsthand, and it wrenched both emotionally and physically.
“Honey,
you look amazing! I love your dress! How did you find one so quickly?”
She
lowered her voice an octave and rippled a chuckle.
“If
this place is as beautiful inside, we must have crossed the bridge into a fairyland.”
I’m
afraid we caught a nerve.
A
scream erupted out of Ashley. “Hang on!” shouted Mary.
“Don’t
you need to present a good faith letter or something to prove you’re not some
sort of looky-loo?”
“We’ll
keep learning about each other as we grow closer.”
You
would trample the quaint little columbine.”
I
can picture this tranquil place in spring when skinny green shoots poke out of
the ground.
If
only the walls could speak, the stories they’d tell.
Garrett
acted as a jester trying to get the guys to guess his antics.
He
hoped his hunch of her reaction would be more than he dreamed.
She’d
either be ecstatic or kill him.
How
am I going to stack up to his deals?
Ashley
fingered a soft lacy creation.
Ashley
marveled at how the dress slid on and fit her perfectly.
Ashley
lifted her face and in the mirror stood a princess
Think
about it, mountains, snow, skiing…” She deepened her voice. “And snuggling by
the fireplace?”
All
I need is to find the perfect dress. Another pair of eyes would be appreciated,
and I’d love for you to go shopping with me.
“Can
we go after all the holidays? With the extra work we won’t have energy to wade
through silk and lace.”
“Anyway,
I’m worth the wait.”
“Great!
No explosions, killings, poisonings, or flooding.”
“Don’t
worry. I won’t faint before we get there.”
Garrett
chuckled at the memory of Ashley’s childlike excitement of the upcoming trip.
She
had no idea of the plans he made.
Worry
marked Ashley’s forehead with furrows and tensed her trapezius muscles.
Tears came which he didn’t try to stop had he been able
The
long, lonely night turned into bracing exchange and lighthearted banter which
gave Ashley the jolt of energy she needed.
Ashley
looked at her watch. “Oh no! Pray I get home in time!”
Unused
to first-class seating, Ashley reveled in the comfort.
Ashley
gazed out the window at Denver sparkling like diamonds, emeralds, and rubies.
The
heated blush crept up her neck and graced her cheeks
The
widening of her eyes when she set foot into the lobby filled his heart with
joy.
The
intensity of her gaze to her surroundings burned into his mind
April
was a terribly long time to wait. But she was worth it.
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