Dearest Mary Lou
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As they walked along the water's edge, Bill was grateful to be home. The salty sea breeze and the cool white sand confirmed his presence, for there was no place in the world to compare to his hometown. The sound of the waves crashing on the beach in rhythmic fashion and the moon so bright you could see the white foam spray dissolve into the sand, caused them to pause and take it all in. Bill pulled her close to him, brought her hand to his lips, gently kissed her delicate fingers and softly kissed her lips. It all came together at that moment. The confusion was gone, the search was over. It was right before him all those years, and he never saw it. It was her persistence, her dedication, her constant movement in his direction. Her honesty and integrity to do the right thing no matter how difficult. It was the soft sweet scent of her hair, the tenderness in her voice, and the deep love for him expressed in eyes that could draw you in and hold you there forever. How could he have been so blind! The past was truly gone, he was not a prisoner of the past anymore. Nothing mattered now but her!
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In 1943, the community of Mossy Oak is home to “the gang,” a group of young people who have grown up together, sharing secrets, experiences, and discoveries of life. The war has turned them in to serious-minded adults trying to find their way in a world of uncertainty, and it has taken several members far away. Even so, they maintain a connection to each other through letters—a way to hold on to what they knew as security.
Mary Lou is a beautiful, precocious young lady—full of herself and yet kindhearted. Luke is a good-looking and gentle young man who chooses to become a chaplain in the army, and he adores Mary Lou. Even so, the man Mary Lou loves is Bill, a rugged, handsome man with a silver tongue with the ladies; he takes his place in the service to help with the war effort. Flora, another member of the gang, is cute, petite, energetic, and spontaneous; she captures Bill’s heart but keeps him guessing about her feelings—that is, until Franklin catches her eye. What results is a tangled web of emotion that only time can undo.
Set during World War II, this tale of romance, based on a true story, follows five young people on a journey of pain, joy, and forgiveness, all while a war is raging around them.
About the Author
Ann Cason travels across the United States as a photographer, encountering a variety of personalities and lifestyles all sharing the common need for love and validation. Dearest Mary Lou tells the love story of her parents with the hope that their story will bring comfort to those searching for true love. She currently lives in Milton, Florida.