Adaptation of the novel by Richard Paul Evans:
Michael Keddington has had more than his share of tough breaks. Just when he's about to turn his life around, he could lose the love of his life, Faye, who is about to head across the country to medical school. It's then that Michael meets the prickly but deeply caring Esther where he works. The two slowly earn each other's friendship and trust. By sharing with Michael her own story of thwarted love, Esther teaches her young friend an invaluable lesson about not giving up easily in the quest for both real love and a fulfilling life.