How had I become middle-aged while the ravages of time ignored her? I didn't know and didn't care, and before I could stop them, the words were already out. "You're beautiful," I murmured.

You know how gossip is. It's the toxic waste of small town

He was from a different class, too poor, and they would never approve if their daughter became serious with someone like him.

I call it God Light, because it reminds me of heaven. Every time the light shines through the window we built or any window at all, you'll know I'm right there with you, okay? That's going to be me. I'll be the light in the window.

The greater the love, the greater the tragedy when it's over.

Love doesn't mean anything if you're not willing to make a commitment.

What happens if a car comes? We die.