Thirty years ago, Laura Flannigan walked out on Daniel and Michael Flannigan. Daniel has coped, done what he could to be a good father to his son, to do what he loves, and get lost working with wood. He hasn't thought twice about starting over again, his heart gone cold, his world gone gray. He never thought love might come softly in the form of an old friend. Mare O'Malley loved her husband, Jimmy, with all her heart. When a heart attack stole him away from her several years ago, she nearly went with him. For her son, Sam, and her grandchildren, she's managed to go on. Her friendship with Jimmy's best friend, Daniel Flannigan, has been another source of comfort. They've given solace to one another since life has made them lonely. When Daniel's son, Michael, gets married, a subtle shift will take place between them as they begin to cross the bridge from friendship to something...more. Will Mare find the key to unlocking Daniel's heart and will Daniel let her in?