Charlie was helplessly smitten in an instant. It was the proverbial “love at first sight.” His first reaction was to question the reality of this strange, unexpected feeling. After all, he was a happily married man with three small children, and a fourth on the way.

Molly was taken aback by the sudden attention paid to her by the handsome man working in the factory supply/tool room. Moreover, she was upset and embarrassed that she responded to his attention. After all, not only did she love and respect her wonderful husband; but also she had always lived by a strict moral code.

Then it happened. As she reached to pick up her order, his hand touched hers, and seemed to linger there for a long time. The effect was electric, causing her to feel so embarrassed and self-conscience that she felt that she would faint.

Soon after, they began to exchange love letters; which started them on a life-long love affair. An extraordinary love affair that they were certain was ordained and directed by God.

A reading of these love letters, discovered after Molly’s death; revealed the mystery of how two 40-year olds came to act like starry-eyed teenagers, who fell hopelessly in love; causing them to throw caution to the wind, and speed hell-bent toward an uncertain future.