Suddenly widowed, Maura learned it was time to sink or swim. She decided to swim and took lessons for survival as a self-possessed woman. She's vice-president of the HOA and spearheading a new project, Lend-a-Hand, to benefit her neighbors in Forest Glen.

Major Ben Ableman retires from a career in the Marine Corps and buys a home in the Forest Glen Senior Retirement Community. He's enjoying the freedom of his own home—until he's reminded of the rules imposed by the Homeowners Association. It doesn't take long for Ben to see the need for some changes at Forest Glen. Just one problem—the HOA, and one distraction—the woman across the street.