I don't know. I really don't. While I was in the living room, I kept asking myself what I really wanted in life." She squeezed his hand. "And do you know what the answer was? The answer was that I wanted two things. First, I want you. I want us. I love you and I always have.

Allie noticed it all, every sound, every thought. Her senses had come alive, invigorating her, and she felt her mind drifting through the last few weeks.

For desert, maybe we can split a couple of crumbs.

But you're disappointed." He brushed a strand of hair from her face. "It's not possible for you to disappoint me.

People hide the truth because they're afraid.

I'm not saying it because I'm sweet. I'm saying it because I love you now and I always have. More than you can imagine.

The key to happiness was achievable dreams.