In this heartfelt audiobook, bestselling author Lauraine Snelling takes us on a journey with Mona and Ken Sorenson, a couple who are on the cusp of their golden years. Mona's biggest worry is keeping Ken in the dark about the surprise retirement party she's meticulously planning for him, as he prepares to bid farewell to his role as Dean of Students at Stone University. With dreams of travel, endless hours in the garden, and bonding with their grandchildren through woodworking and fishing, Mona and Ken are ready to embrace a peaceful retirement they've worked hard to earn.
However, life has other plans for them. Just as they begin envisioning their idyllic future, Ken receives a gut-wrenching revelation that office politics threaten to dismantle the very department he's devoted his life to building. Is it possible for him to turn his back on his life's work and simply walk away? Troubled by this predicament, Ken voices concerns about Mona's event planning business, worried that the stress will exacerbate her ongoing battle with depression.
To add to their turmoil, their son, a courageous Special Forces officer, receives an urgent deployment to Pakistan, leaving his children in need of guardianship. With their daughter-in-law long gone, Mona and Ken are the only ones their son trusts to care for his two young kids. In an instant, the retirement dreams they cherished shatter, and they must summon the strength – both physical and mental – to step into a parental role once more.
This is not the carefree second act they had imagined. As they anxiously wait for their son to reach out, doubts seep in, challenging their ability to trust that it is God's plan, not theirs, which holds the true significance.
Narrated by the incredible Joyce Bean, this captivating audiobook delves into the depths of familial sacrifice, resilience, and the unexpected twists that can reshape our lives. With Snelling's signature style, listeners are sure to be touched by the tender tale of Mona and Ken's devotion as they navigate the uncharted territory of parenthood once again.
With a length of 10 hours and 29 minutes, this audiobook provides an immersive experience, allowing listeners to lose themselves in the emotional journey of Mona and Ken Sorenson. While the rating stands at 3 out of 5 stars, it's the captivating storytelling and the relatability of the characters that ultimately shine through. So sit back, press play, and prepare to be swept away by Lauraine Snelling's compelling narrative and the mellifluous narration of Joyce Bean.
