After the tragic death of her young husband, Grace Cameron has developed a flourishing business and raised her daughter Kathy. But everything depends on her, so when Grace begins to feel unwell she ignores the signs. When she does reluctantly see a doctor, she hears the most shattering news -- she is very ill indeed. Though stunned and angry, Grace's overwhelming concern is for twelve-year-old Kathy; there is no logical next-of-kin to care for her. So together the Camerons set out to find a new family, ready for the time when Kathy may find herself alone.