Chapter 5
Adam spread the plans for Melinda’s pergola over his drafting desk. As he reviewed the details, his mind drifted to the time he spent with Mel. She was an intriguing woman. A widow and a matchmaker, with a passion for gardening.
He slid the pergola design aside and added a few details to the next page. His idea for a chicken coop looked more like a cottage for a child’s playhouse, except with an easy access panel to clean out the mess the chickens would make. He smiled as he added a couple of birds into the drawing. When she was ready to talk chickens, he would be prepared.
His email pinged. He opened a message from Mel. He scanned the contents, clicked on the attachment. A picture of an attractive lady with a nice smile and pretty eyes filled his screen. Using the mouse, he m
