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A Dream Fulfilled
Christian historical romance novella
A Dream Fulfilled
Book 3 of the O'Connor Christmas series
Katie O'Connor McGee has spent much of her life guarding herself against the hurt of close friendship. Meeting Arlene Campbell and her daughter opens a connection Katie scarcely realized she wanted, but her new loyalties strain the balance at home. Meanwhile, Luke's work with vulnerable children brings a hardened little boy into their shared hopes for family. This O'Connor Christmas companion explores friendship, adoption, marriage, and the unexpected shape an answered prayer can take.
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Childhood bullying · Vulnerable children and adoption · Marital strain · Strong romantic passion · Christian faith
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Golden Orchard Cider
Apple cider, ginger, and cinnamon bring Christmas warmth to a story of friendship, adoption, and answered prayer.
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- Warm the cider with spices and fruit for 5–10 minutes without boiling. Strain if desired and serve hot.
- Garnish: Cinnamon stick or orange slice.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Spiced Rum Cider
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Warm orchard fruit and rum make a seasonal companion for new friendships and unexpected hopes for family.
What you'll need
- 6 oz apple cider ↗
- 1.5 oz dark rum
- 1 cinnamon stick ↗
- 1 orange slice ↗
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How to mix it
- Warm cider with the cinnamon stick and orange slice in a small saucepan for 5–10 minutes, without boiling. Remove from heat, stir in rum, and pour into a heatproof mug.
- Glassware: Heatproof mug.
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