After the end of a bad relationship and the death of his dog, Geoffrey is left with a choice: live the rest of his life alone or start over. But starting over is easier said than done, and alone in the woods one night, Geoffrey writes those very words on a rock.<br><br>To his surprise, when he returns later, he discovers someone has replied. The lengthy written conversation that ensues over days leaves Geoffrey less lonely, and also quite hopeful and intrigued about the future and the identity of his mysterious new friend.

Written in Stone

The dogs sensed something, or maybe they were simply annoyed by all the movement. First Rocky—a Weimaraner the exact color of the rock at the brook—moved to the truck, and then Socks—a yellow Lab—followed, as she tended to do. They both hopped up into the back of Tag’s old truck, to settle in on the two dog beds inside.


Chapter 23