Anyone with a heart, with a family, has experienced loss. No one escapes unscathed. Every story of separation is different, but I think we all understand that basic, wrenching emotion that comes from saying goodbye, not knowing if we'll see that person again-or perhaps knowing that we won't.

A good sailor knows everything is always changing.

Goodbyes were impossible, unless you didn't realize you were saying them.

The music never leaves. Once you have it, you can't lose it.

never judge anyone by their appearance, or the car they drive, or the house they live in, or even by the words they say. judge people by their actions. that's how you know whether they're bad or good." - perfect Summer

happy endings start with new beginnings.

After 30 novels, release day is still a thrill. Its always a little bittersweet, too.