Chapter 4: The apology muffins
Jo prided herself on many things. Her organizational skills. Her positive attitude. Her ability to find the good in any […]
Stories
Chapter 3: Olive escapes
Three days after the Great Doormat Replacement, Jo learned that the universe had a terrible sense of humor. It started
Chapter 2: Face to face
Jo stood outside apartment 3B holding a brand new doormat and seriously reconsidering her life choices. It was 6 PM
Chapter 1: Not again, Olive!
Jolene Abbott knew she was screwed the moment she heard the telltale sound of liquid hitting fabric. “No, no, no—Olive,
The Grump Upstairs Hates My Dog
He hates her dog. He can’t stop watching her. Every morning, Jo’s golden retriever, Olive, pees on her upstairs neighbor’s
Chapter 30: The Glow‑Up Ending
Six months after Cole’s failed custody challenge, Harper stood in the bathroom of the courthouse where her divorce had been
Chapter 29: The Key
Tuesday morning arrived with the kind of crisp clarity that made Harper feel like the universe was offering her perfect
Chapter 28: First Real Kiss
Monday evening found Harper in her kitchen, ostensibly preparing dinner while actually stealing glances at Adrian as he helped Ava
Chapter 27: Weekend by the Sea
Sunday morning found Harper sitting at her kitchen table surrounded by legal documents, character reference forms, and a mounting sense
Chapter 26: Cutting the Cord
Saturday morning arrived with the kind of crisp autumn air that usually made Harper feel optimistic about new beginnings and