Published: May 11, 2013
Editor: Lizzy Ford
Cover Designer: Airicka Phoenix
Blurb: In life, there are times you are granted a
miracle. It may not be the one you wanted exactly, but it will be the one you
need. It will prepare you for the next step in your journey and help you learn
to accept the life you are given, even if that life can be heartbreaking.
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EXCERPTS
Rye's POV
I cross to the area that Jett has claimed for his garden.
He appears to be in the zone as he works, oblivious to everything.
"Good morning," I call.
Jett throws dirt in the air and screams like Em.
"Good grief! You scared me to death, Rye!" he
exclaims, turning.
I try to apologize but am laughing so hard, my ribs start
hurting. I sit down. When his surprise wears off, Jett laughs as well. It takes
me a few minutes to recover.
"So, tell me, Jett," I say when I’m able to
breathe and speak again, "what is the importance of a garden?"
"It’s the healthy way to live," is all he says.
"Hmmmm," I reply. There’s got to be more. Any
other day, I’d probably ask him more questions. But right now, I’m completely
captivated by his work – and his body. He’s always in a t-shirt. Sweat makes it
cling to his upper body, outlining the muscles of his wide back.
Tracing the definition of each muscle would take me all
day, but I would definitely accept the job. He’s the sexiest man I’ve ever
seen, and the kindest. He’s pretty much perfect.
"You wanna help me, or just stare at my ass all
day?" he asks, twisting to see me.
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Jett's POV
My dad and I must have talked for an hour. I tell him
about work, about Em’s graduation party and about my intention to ask Rye to
marry me. He doesn’t say much about the last part, at least, not until I’m
getting ready to leave. That’s when the conversation takes the turn I expected
earlier.
"One minute, son," he says slowly,
thoughtfully.
"Yes, sir."
"Jett, I want to give you a little more
advice."
"Alright, sir," was all I could say, worried
about what he had to say.
"Jett, you understand you are walking into a life of
heartbreak, right?" he asks gravely.
"Yes, sir," I repeated.
"I want you to remember that heartbreak that you are
walking into already has people in place. Remember not to remove anyone from
their positions, son."
"What do you mean, sir?" I ask, puzzled.
"What I mean is, remember that everyone has a method
to help themselves cope through this tragic circumstance. Whether it’s Dee,
reading every night to Rye, or Em, posting notes. Everyone has a coping
mechanism to help them survive, until the end. You need to respect
that."
"Sir, with the utmost respect, I haven’t
given up hope."
"Son, there is always an end."
I get up to leave. My soul hurts, and the pain is
physical. My legs shake, and I feel that panicky anger I did the other night. I
walk down the porch then stop, turning to see my dad.
"Sir, how did you make it through this with
Mom?" I ask him in a hushed voice.
"I did what you have chosen to do, live in the here
and now," he replies. "I love you, son. I don’t want to see you hurt
the way I did."
MY REVIEW
Today Only is an amazing book. I started in one afternoon and finished that same evening. I was in tears by the end. Mainly because it was sad, but also because it was happy. I didn't know what to expect when I read it. I didn't expect to cry, that's for sure. I experienced a lot of emotions when I read Today Only. Happiness, sadness, joy, inspiration. Jett mentions something about living one day at a time, or today only. Not tomorrow, not the future.I think this fits into my life perfectly. I am too focused on what might happen later on, and not on what is happening today. Five stars for D. Love's debut novel, Today Only. I hope that there is more to come from this amazing author.
Author Bio
I live in Maine. My biggest passion is for my family and
friends. I adore loving others as if it is the biggest gift life can offer. I'm
a read-a-holic, loves chocolate, cowboys and everyone on Young Adult & Teen Readers Facebook page.
My dream is to travel to Australia one day and see a kangaroo. I am nothing but
simple. I do a lot of volunteer work. I have 2 beautiful daughters. 4
grandchildren, that constantly ask me if I lived in the black & white days.
My inspiration would be my daughters. Rita for her
strength to keep fighting and constantly trying to take care of me, even though
sometimes she can’t get out of bed & Kayla, for helping to pick up all the
pieces that seem to fall when times get rough, and the love they have for me.
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