Heyyyyy, I’m baaa-aaack! Did you miss me? Huh? Didja? 😀 I’ve had a busy but very fun-filled few weeks, which I’ll talk to you more about shortly, but first…here’s another snippet from Learning to Love!
Continuing from where we left off…
He knew the stats; he’d done the research. His teachers’ college professors strongly urged him against selecting Kendal High as his placement school, which was all the more reason why he’d chosen it above all others.
For the challenge, the change of scenery.
The potential to make a damn difference.
Pete gestured for him to go ahead, then ensured the doors to the gymnasium were both locked, too. “They’re a bit stingy with the keys around here, but I’ll see if I can get you an extra set for next week. Otherwise, just nag me or Ledgey to let you in the gym or storage area.”
Ledgey. The gruff nickname hardly suited her. No, she was a Rebecca through and through, she of the gorgeous chestnut hair, eyes the color of pecan pie, and fair skin with an undeniably healthy glow, an obvious perk of the job.
Here’s the blurb:
Rebecca Ledgerwood is a physical education teacher who’s ready to invest some sweat equity into a lasting romance. On a whim, she has her palm read before summer vacation ends, and she’s told she’s an old soul who’ll find happiness with a younger man.
William Whitney leaves an unfulfilling career to pursue teaching and gets placed at Rebecca’s school for his physical education practicum. He’s desperate to make a difference, convinced that the choices he made in the past contributed to his younger sister’s death. Kendal High School is nothing like the prep school he attended as a teenager, but he’s determined to make the most of his time there, especially if it makes Rebecca notice him.
Though they come from vastly different backgrounds, there’s an undeniable chemistry that sparks between the two. They resist, as they must, until his practicum ends, but when he’s offered a teaching position at his former prep school, will he take the easy way out, or fight for what’s right in front of him?
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So, about those weeks I’ve been off galivanting. First, I was in Unionville, Ontario with one of my besties for the Gilmore Girls Fan Fest (I got to meet Luke and Miss Patty and Mrs. Kim and the Troubie!), and then I celebrated Canadian Thanksgiving with the fam-jam, and in between all that awesomeness, I’ve been writing and teaching and parent/teacher conferencing and eating A LOT of chocolate because…well, isn’t that what October’s for? I’ve missed you, though. Hope all is well in your world! Enjoy your weekend and happy word-making, my friends!
Award-winning romance author & PE teacher who plays sports, sings, juggles, dances, has a sneaker obsession, & lives on PB! 
Nothing like being a perk of the job! Great descriptions, Julie.
Thank you, Nancy! So glad you enjoyed the snippet! 🙂
As always, dear friend, I am loving your latest snippet. In my mind, there is no one as delightful as you So what happens next, GF?
Oh, gosh, you’re makin’ me blush! 😀 I find you quite delightful yourself, my dear friend! You’ll have to stay tuned, though! No secret plot reveals…not even for you!
Awe–to make a difference. I LIKE him already.
So, Rebecca it is, not Ledgey! I liked seeing her through his eyes. Nice!
We missed you too, but it sounds like you had a wonderful (much-deserved) getaway! I saw on facebook that you scarfed up plenty of Prince and Princess time. <3
He’s a good guy, that Will.
The Prince and Princess are always a highlight! I wish I could see them more often, but the distance between us just makes each visit extra special. 🙂
I guess it was a good thing he insisted on coming to Kendal. Because he seems very taken with Rebecca already. And this is only his first day!
Insta-crush alert! 😉 Who knows what mushy stuff day two will bring lol. Thanks, Jenna!
Well he does need some keys but he seems quite preoccupied with Rebecca LOL. Loved the snippet!
Thanks, Veronica! Keys are the furthest thing from his mind right now, as I’m sure you can tell. 😀
Don’t forget you met “Robert.”
Looks like William is already smitten.
He was very memorable. I’m still memorabling him.
I can’t blame Will. I have a crush on Rebecca, too. 😀
Yay! She’s baaaaaaack!
😀 I am! All for you, Maggie! All for you.
Yes, I missed you, or at least noticed you weren’t here. Is that the same thing? 😉
I’ll take it, you old softy! 😉
I did miss you and your snippets. I’m enjoying this story. Someone who wants to make a difference. Wow. Our kids really need a teacher like him. Great description of Rebecca. It sounds like you had a great time off. Happy belated Thanksgiving.
Aww, thank you, Diane! I missed you as well! Thanksgiving was wonderful, and it’s always nice having it in October amidst the beautiful autumn colours. 🙂
Will is in my good graces forever simply for his smitten description of Rebecca. I got your back, Will.
Glad you had some amazing time away! I suspect Unionville may filter onto some future pages when you need inspiration. Dancing with Ellen, and now this! What’s next on your bucket list?