It made perfect sense, and at the same time nothing seemed to.

Nothing that’s worthwhile is ever easy. Remember that.

I have certain moral parameters that I do not cross in writing; I don't write about adultery or kids having premarital sex.

But most of all, what really attracted me to her was her manner. She laughed a lot, and it's easy to fall for someone who can find humor in any situation. She was also intelligent, well read, and well spoken, willing to listen and confident in her beliefs. And most of all, she was warm.

It took me a long time to realize that distance can ruin even the best of intentions.

I've learned that we're all entitled to have our secrets.

Life was about spending time together , about having the time to walk together holding hands, talking quietly as the sun go down. It wasn't glamorous, but it was, in many ways, the best that life has to offer. Wasn't that how the old saying went? Who, on their deathbed, ever said they wished they had worked harder? Or spent less time enjoying a quiet afternoon? Or spent less time with their family?