History isn’t something you study. It’s something you should just know.

Try patting them on the back or shoulder and telling them everything is going to be fine. Lots of times when girls cry, they don't want you to fix the problem, they just want to be consoled.

The look in Marlee's eyes was triumphant, and the smile hiding behind her cup of tea said, 'Gotcha'!

America Singer, one day you will fall asleep in my arms every night. And you'll wake up to my kisses every morning.

Just head over to the risers, Lady America," she said. "You may sit anywhere you like. So you know, most of the girls have already claimed the front row." She looked sorry for me, as if she were delivering bad news. "Oh, thank you," I said, and went happily to take a seat in the back.

I wanted to be his dear, his darling.

Despite the knowledge that her affections were unattainable, I couldn't help but be drawn to try.