Ann Fisher’s life will never be the same again after her mother Fiona died at age 52. The sadness was too much to handle, but a surprise meeting at the retirement home where her mother lived brought her relief.
Ann was putting away her mother’s things when she heard a voice she knew: “Annie?” Hi, Annie Carson?” It was Mrs. Gove, who was the mother of Ann’s ex-boyfriend Simon. They were always together until Simon died in a terrible car accident a few days before their wedding.
When Ann and Mrs. Gove saw each other again, they cried and talked about the good times. Ann found out that Mrs. Gove’s husband had died and she was now by herself. Because they were both going through pain, Ann asked Mrs. Gove to move in with her.
But this choice cost Ann’s husband Jack their marriage because he didn’t want to live with another woman. Ann understood that she hadn’t needed Jack in years, and it felt good when he left.
Ann and Mrs. Gove enjoyed being with each other more as they got to know each other better. Mandy, Ann’s daughter, fell in love with Mrs. Gove while she was there. Three strange people came together to form a family.
There were laughs and love over the next two years. Ann took care of Mrs. Gove until the end when her health got worse. Mrs. Gove smiled and whispered her son’s name as she died.
The funeral put an end to things, but Ann had a treat in store. According to Mrs. Gove’s lawyer, she left Ann all of her money—$1.7 million—with a touching note that said, “Ann was destined to be my daughter… she has become my daughter in truth.”
Jack, Ann’s ex-husband, tried to get back together with her, but Ann firmly shut the door. Being free on her own and having a family with Mrs. Gove had made her happy and at peace.
Ann’s story shows how strong love, family, and second chances can be. Life’s surprising turns can lead you to the most beautiful places.
