Because letting someone in close meant they could hurt you. I knew all about that kind of fear. I lived with it.
Lisa KleypasAnyone who had ever read a novel knew that governesses were supposed to be meek and downtrodden.
Lisa KleypasYes, but you need to learn your maths." "I don't need to, really. I already know how to count to a hundred. And I'm sure I'll never need ore than a hundred of anything.
Lisa KleypasIt's fairly easy to break hearts, Miss Duvall. The more interesting challenge is how to keep someone's love, not to lose it.
Lisa KleypasYou say the gentleman I knew has been replaced. How I wish I could offer better comfort than to say that no matter how you have changed, you wil be welcomed when you return. Do what you must. If it helps you to endure, put the feelings away for now, and lock the door. Perhaps someday we'll air them out together.
Lisa Kleypas