Sunshine State

By: Jeffery Martin Botzenhart

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Traveling to sunny Florida for a week-long vacation, Michael is thrilled to see his grandpa. The retirement community of Gulf Shore proves the perfect place be. Its picturesque vintage boardwalk, fishing pier, and uncrowded beach are just what he needs. Surrounded by retirees having a strong zest for life, he realizes that the Sunshine State isn’t just a place. It’s a state of mind.Left broken hearted by his former girlfriend, Michael is surprised to meet Everley, the granddaughter of another resident. At first, bold in her attraction to him, when she pulls back, distancing herself from him, he wonders what he did wrong.As the week goes on, Michael finds out Everley’s reason for rejecting him, as well as uncovering a secret his grandpa has kept hidden for decades. In learning the truth of his grandpa’s love for another man, Michael is exposed to unexpected prejudice from some and unconditional acceptance from others. The old saying holds true. Love conquers all, especially when embracing the sunshine state.