When opportunity presents itself

Caitlin Connelly jumps at it and moves her little family to central Washington, just outside the charming, small town of Icicle. Set in the dramatic backdrop of the Cascade Mountains, Cait's story follows a roller coaster of events that will populate her new life.

A bear burglar, the annual Road Kill Roast, a cougar threat, a barn raising, a coyote attack, a record blizzard, the Tick Festival, and a skunking are just a few of the issues Cait and her family encounter along the way. All the while, she stalwartly attempts to maintain her independence, in light of her disastrous marriage.

Yet, wildlife biologist, Henry Raskin, despite his own painful past, finds his way into her life. His gentle consideration and growing affection for Cait, and for her children, lead her to once again trust someone else with her heart.

Through it all, Cait is forced to explore the limitless boundaries of her own resourcefulness, strength, and resiliency, especially at the dramatic conclusion when she discovers that dreams should indeed be shared.