It was an indulgence, learning last words. Other people had chocolate; I had dying declarations.

Truth defies simplicity.

Getting you a date to prom is so hard that the hypothetical idea itself is actually used to cut diamonds. Ben, getting you a date to prom is so hard that the American government believes the problem cannot be solved with diplomacy, but will instead require force.

Just spend a few more months playing video games. That hand-eye coordination will come in handy when you get to third base.

There's no way of knowing that your last good day is Your Last Good Day. At the time, it is just another good day.

Nothing to be gained by worrying between now and then.

Hazel Grace,” he said. “Hi,” I said. “How are you?” “Grand,” he said. “I have been wanting to call you on a nearly minutely basis, but I have been waiting until I could form a coherent thought in re An Imperial Affliction.” (He said “in re.” He really did. That boy.)