Dear Reader, <P>If you've been to Cedar Cove before, we've probably met. You can usually find me either at home or at the public library, where I work. I've lived in this town all my life and raised two daughters here. But my husband and I-well, about six months ago he disappeared. Just...disappeared. Where's Dan? Why did he go? Who's he with? Will I ever find out? <P>My hometown, my family and friends bring me comfort during this difficult time. Comfort and a sense of shelter. I'm continually reminded that life can and does go on. For instance, everyone's been discussing weddings and babies lately. Justine-the only daughter of my best friend, Olivia Lockhart-impulsively got married a little while ago. My own daughter Kelly recently had a baby. Unfortunately, she refuses to accept that Dan might not return to see his first grandchild. My older daughter, Maryellen, is more realistic. I think she's seeing a new man, but for some reason she won't tell me who it is. <P>Then there's Jack Griffin, our local newspaper editor, who's been pursuing a romance with Olivia. His son, Eric, and Eric's girlfriend, Shelly (I suspect she's pregnant) live here, too. And I worry about Zach and Rosemary Cox, whose marriage is reputedly on the rocks and... Well, just come on over and we'll talk! <P>Grace