Spring is the time that we start thinking of new beginnings. The winter is over and trees and flowers are blooming with the promise of a fresh start. We may have struggled during winter, with shorter days and cold weather. Inevitably, though, spring arrives. Just when we may be ready to give up hope, the universe gives us a fresh opportunity.
As in nature, occurs in life. We may struggle through periods of our lives and feel that there is no hope in sight for change. If we keep moving forward, however small the steps, we will eventually shake free into our own spring season.
Romance novels are at their core a story of new beginnings. Often, we first meet characters when they are struggling with an obstacle that seems almost impossible to overcome. We see their faults and flaws that are keeping them stuck. We empathize with them as we find ourselves in these situations as well.
Over the course of the story, we see the characters grow and change, in large part because of each other. Our hero and heroine had the capability all along and they each awaken the qualities in each other that help them both succeed.
Alone, our characters are strong and competent, but together they are a force to be reckoned with. Romance tells the story of transformation through love. Time and time again, characters experience pain and loss, yet when the opportunity for growth and change present themselves, they accept the call to be the best version of themselves.
By the happily ever after, the couple has overcome their challenges and have come together to create a new beginning as a couple.
As we contemplate spring, think about what you can let you go of that no longer serves you. And, what new beginnings will you be ready to embrace?