Elizabeth MacMillan's husband needed some space and now he's disappeared, quitting his job and taking his last paycheck. Devastated to find that he has deserted her and their ten year-old-son, Elizabeth is distraught. Through her tears and terror, she can barely see to drive and almost runs over a construction worker on her way home. Nothing mattered anymore. Her life was over.Max Marino won't let anyone put his crew in danger so when one of his men has a close call he takes off after the beautiful blond who is driving like a bat out of hell. Barging into her house, he gives her a piece of his mind only to realize something is terribly wrong in her life. With a tragedy of his own to deal with, Max bows out and leaves her alone.But when Max and Elizabeth meet again, their attraction is undeniable. Still, there are forces working against them. With the change every season, their love is threatened. Will their hearts weather the storms or be destroyed before the spring?"For many people honor and commitment are simply words. For others they are a code to live by. I wanted to explore what happens when two good people are buffeted by the follies of life. What choices would they - or could they - make to stay true to their principals while finding happiness?" Rebecca Forster (rebeccaforster.com)