The worst thing about this particular end (of my youth) and the beginning (of middle age) is that for the first time in my life, I realize I don't know where I'm going. My wants are simple: a job that I like and a guy whom I love. And on the eve of my thirteth, I must face that I am 0 for 2.

[The] maid of honor - the unambiguous, grown-up equivalent of wearing best friend necklaces.

What appeals to you the most is the very thing that will drive you crazy

Guilt is a supreme waste of time and energy.

There are two kinds of sorry. There is the sorry imbued with regret. And a pure sorry. The kind that is merely asking for forgiveness, nothing more.

(mother)" She used to tell me to get my nose out of my book and go get some fresh air.

A son is a son 'til he gets a wife, but a daughter is a daughter all her life.