The hope of spring

the long version

After nearly losing her baby due to the shocking news of her husband Luke's presumed death, Meredith Stoltzfus has never been so scared. Her parents are supportive, but they have younger children to care for. And while her rekindled friendship with Jonah Miller is a blessing, she aches for Luke and the love they shared. She needs Luke at her side and her baby will need a father. Can Meredith manage to provide for herself and her baby -- alone? Meanwhile, in a hospital miles away, an unidentified young man is fighting for his life.