Love in the Second Chapter - Finding Companionship and Romance After Loss is a semi-autobiographical journey of events that occur following death or loss of a companion or spouse. The book coaches the reader through the steps involved in moving through recovery from the shock of loss to finding a pathway to meeting others who might also be seeking a new love. Within the pages, focus is placed on not only where and how to meet new persons, but also the steps one may take to ensure safety in meeting others through internet or blind dating. She offers questions that may be asked geared to learning more about potential partners, advice on adjusting to new living circumstances and how to handle those sensitive areas of religion and politics in those early discussions. Moving in together, combining households and blending families can be fraught with hurdles. In her practical way, Patricia thoughtfully guides the reader through these events. Her years of experience in building successful relationships assist the reader in considering positive actions to keep a new relationship strong and build a solid foundation for success as a new family unit. In the end, Patricia discloses how her actions lead to finding a wonderful man to share the rest of her life's journey.