Nothing good is ever easy. Or worth it.

You can't control everything. You can't control how someone feels about you. Or what makes them tick. You can only control how you react, how you act, how you think and feel.

Life was sweet. Even when it was bad, there was always the hope of better...the future.

Fantasies were safe. It was a break from reality. A chance to act on desires for a short period of time.

I'm getting the impression that women, in any form, scare you." He shrugged. "They're the more violent species. And unpredictable. I'd rather take on a wild boar. You can't shoot women.

Most of all, I want you to know without a doubt that I've got your back. And your front. And your sides. I've got all of you and I'm not letting go.

Taking the leap felt appropriate. Only it wasn’t just a short hop. It was a full plunge off a cliff.