A primer in the magic of love and care not to be missed.
Part 1: The Longing
It’s telling that wouldn’t normally comment until I finish a multi-chapter series, but this was such a mystery of a story. So precariously teetering on the verge of suspense and magic on the one side and comfort and familiarity on the other.
What struck me the most, though, was how alive this story was, like a living being whose life was gently unfolding.
The flower shop setting enhanced that but now realizing it must have been also part of the magic threads weaving through CJ Moon’s writing.
And yet, it didn’t feel unreal. On the contrary, the careful words, the gentle and embarrassed smiles, the surprised quiet laughs, the observant looks felt oddly relatable, hitting closer to home than expected. Cautious longing and sadness starting to co-exist.
Part 2: Stay
Such a precious story with its gentle care and attentiveness that felt positively healing. Wholesome routine.
Wanting someone’s presence in your world and making space for them without demands and expectations. Letting yourself want more full stop. As simple and as profound as that.
Part 3: The Miracle
Patiently moving to the grand finale with a lot of gems of insights along the way.
Like how easy it could be to slip into entitlement and demands because you ‘love’.
Like “I would still choose this.”
What resonated most was that dilemma between wanting someone so much and the terror of losing them. And the miracle revealing the path forward.
Can’t recommend it enough.
