To the two men who inspired this story;
Without you, this story would not be…
Lacy
To Eric,
Thank you for your unwavering support…
and editing skills! Grin.
We have been through so much, and this is proof we can
and do work well together.
Hugs and kisses and so much more,
Lacy
To my wonderful Mom and Dad.
I love you always.
Hugs and kisses,
Lacy
To my friends and fellow authors: Eden Bradley, Lillian Feisty,
Eva Gale, Crystal Jordan, and Shelli Stevens.
You are the best friends a girl could ask for.
Thank you for making me laugh, cry, smile, and boogie down.
Kisses,
Lacy
12th Day of September
In the year of our Lord, 1822
Miss Anne Cathcort,
I have come to the point in my life that I am now in need of a second wife. My first wife passed over two years hence and left me with my son and heir.
Some particulars on the woman I seek:
I am looking for a well-bred woman. Title and estate are not necessary.
A woman who already has a child of her own. One child preferred over more, though women with additional children, if all other qualities are present, will be considered.
A woman who knows how to be a loving good mother.
She must have a cheerful disposition and have expertise in the marital act. She shall not shy away from anything I may ask in this realm. I am quite vigorous and I am in search of a woman who enjoys the same.
These qualities in one woman I have had a hard time finding in my own search. I wish to employ you and your greater search techniques.
The Earl of Quinton.