Valentine's Day

Abby Jimenez

On an uneasy Valentine’s Day weekend, Charlotte is keeping her distance from men while coping with the lingering fear of a stalker, and Seth is adjusting to life as a newly divorced arborist. When an unexpected emergency leaves the wary neighbors stranded together, their forced proximity turns guarded conversations into an unexpected connection. As Charlotte and Seth confront questions of trust, vulnerability, and starting over, the precarious situation may bring them closer than either anticipated. A witty, tender romantic short story about healing, resilience, and finding comfort in the most unlikely place.