Bluewater. Just what Anne Sutter was looking for, she thought, as she explored the town. Finding a small house, she moved in immediately and started settling in.

By 9:30, the paper had been delivered, giving her a first glimpse of town life—and a new job to start. When she had finished moving in furniture, she decided to take a walk around town.

The local shopping center offered a bit in the way of clothing and other merchandise, which Anne promised herself she'd be back to buy. There was a park nearby, so she decided to take a look around.

She liked the park—a little campfire, a musical setup for summer concerts, two sets of swings for the kiddies and others who might want to use them, a grill and seating area for outdoor lunch, even a pool area with its own hot tub! She watched the people walking around, wondering if someone was waiting just for her.

Then she saw him... a handsome, clean-cut young man, in blue shirt and blue jeans, perfect in every way. Unfortunately, the minute she started walking over, he walked away, too late for her to make any introductions.

OK, maybe he's a bit out of my league anyway, she thought. She looked around to see if there was anyone else she could befriend.

Another boy did catch her eye, not the most attractive in the world, with a mop of blonde hair and clothes that must have been put on in a hurry, for the outfit, a sweater with shorts, wasn't the most well-planned. But there was something about him that just cried out for friendship—or more.

Fortunately, he didn't seem in too big of a hurry to get away, as she noticed him walking toward the pool area. With quickened steps she followed him, determined to get to know someone in this new community.

Just as he stepped in the hot tub, she spoke. "Hello," she said with a smile.

"Hi!" The young man moved to the side and offered a hand to let her get in. "New in town?"

"Yes," Anne replied. "I'm Anne Sutter."

"Benjamin Long," was the reply. "Glad to meet you."

"So," he asked, when she had settled, "what brings you here?"

"Pleasantview was too common, Strangeview was just—too strange, Veronaville was too archaic," was Anne's reply. "I just felt like I needed a fresh start."

"Well, I'm glad you're here," Benjamin said, smiling. "I hope you like it here."

"I like it here already," Anne smiled back. For even with her ill-fated efforts to meet the other young man, she found herself strangely attracted to Benjamin.