Feeling trapped by the mundane surroundings of her hometown, undeclared college student Amy Kragen escapes cross country in a blind trust in fate. Fate, being a pop-up ad for Bays Beach Summer Camp—just as she was looking for a “sign.” After miraculously landing a job with room and board as the camps’ new nature art counselor, Amy started feeling more comfortable with her decision. Unfortunately, her very existence becomes a nuisance for Rick Foster, an athletic water sports instructor with captivating green eyes. She seems to always be getting in his way—making running into him a dreadful moment each time. That is until forced joint camp sessions start leading to spontaneous adventures and an undeniable attraction. But when Amy continues to ignore her uncertain future, friends and family step in with a reality check. Will she turn away and go back to a safe existence, or follow through on her journey of taking chances? Previously published as "Chasing a Sunrise"