title: Chance Meetings that Tied the Knot
author: Jan Newman
description: This book shares the beauty of chance meetings that are testaments to living life, rather than being a bystander. These stories are from people of all ages. Each meeting ultimately leads to a lasting and meaningful relationship. Chance Meetings that Tied the Knot helps to empower women and men to look at life as center stage, when everyday experiences can be creative and fulfilling. Just like a wonderful recipe, the ingredients of true and enduring love are available to everyone. The key is the recipe. A marriage and family psychologist once said, If people would learn to trust themselves, change their surroundings, and take a chance on life, more meaningful relationships would be developed. Treat these stories as little gifts. Each is to be cherished. These vignettes hold the seeds of love that have grown and matured as time passes. And just like history, these situations repeat themselves bringing the chance for love into everyone's life.
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  Chapter 1
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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  " **M** r.
  
  
  Matthews, Jessica Newman is here to see you." The voice of Haywood and
  
  
  Irwin's receptionist drifted through the intercom on Ryan Matthews' desk,
  
  
  breaking his train of thought on the brief he was preparing for a client's
  
  
  divorce case.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Before he
  
  
  could recover from Glenna's unexpected announcement, she continued in her
  
  
  ever-efficient manner. "Ms. Newman doesn't have an appointment, but said
  
  
  she'd like to speak with you regarding a personal matter if you have the
  
  
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  Curiosity
  
  
  flickered through Ryan, as well as an undeniable spark of enthusiasm. He'd
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  the time for Jessica Newman—anytime, anyplace. That she'd sought _him_ out
  
  
  was enough to pique his interest, especia