Vanessa I had spent the past few days – and hours – imagining how it would look once it was done. But nothing could have prepared me for the real thing. As I stood outside the doors of Bookends, I felt a mix of disbelief and excitement. Damon stood beside me, and we were both smiling. Today was the day I got to see the place in all its glory. “Are you ready for the grand tour?” Damon asked. His eyes sparkled with pride and joy. “Lead the way,” I said. Damon pushed open the door and led us inside. I immediately stopped and looked around. The smell of polished wooden floors and fresh paint tickled my nostrils. The entrance was spacious, and the ambient light illuminated the space, which immediately created a warm and inviting atmosphere. It was everything I had envisioned and more. “So