~ Excerpts of the letter from Liz to Josh ~ Hopefully, I can explain myself well enough to earn your forgiveness. My life got flipped upside down the week before I met you. I told you Daddy got mauled by a bear and that my cousin Damon and I became lost trying to save him, but that's not exactly the truth. Perhaps one day I will explain, but now isn't the right time. [...] My cousin Damon has disappeared. I have a good idea where he went, and he told everyone he'd be fine, but something in my heart tells me he's in trouble. Not just Damon. I have a dreadful feeling that something bad is about to happen to me, as well. After praying my guts out, I finally received some guidance about what I need to do. I'm going after him. I don't know why or how, but because of that still small voice, I'm sure it's the right thing to do. I'm leaving early this morning, and I'm truly sorry I won't see you before you go home. Thank you for serving the Lord. You've blessed my life in more ways than you know. You might be wondering why I've given you a rock ... well, I'm hoping you'll find out soon why I felt you should have it. God placed us on the same dock at the same time, and I truly hope our paths cross again someday! Sincerely, Elizabeth Bracken