The military career is complete. The new home is found. But something deepens—with connection, and enduring grace. In The Texas Horizon, the Gary Pelican saga reaches its fulfilling conclusion. Having achieved the pinnacle of his military career, Gary transitions to a challenging role as a Border Patrol supervisor, applying his unique blend of logistics, intelligence, and leadership skills to a new form of service. Alongside Ashley, who thrives in her online therapy practice, they build a vibrant new community, nurturing their personal well-being, and navigating the complexities of maintaining close family bonds across hundreds of miles with their now-adult children. It's a story of reinvention, purpose, and the fulfillment of a "slower" but no less impactful life. This isn't a simple ending. This is the grace of enduring purpose. The Gary Pelican legacy doesn't just fade. It thrives. Steadily. And waits for its story to inspire.