It happens to everyone as they grow up. You find out who you are and what you want, and then you realize that people you've known forever don't see things the way you do. So you keep the wonderful memories, but find yourself moving on.

Katie smiled and turned away, knowing it wasn't an illusion or a figment of her imagination. She knew what she saw. She knew what she believed.

What problems?" "Well for starters.. you're an evil duck killer.

I wish we didn't live so far apart... You're kind of addicting.

It is life, I think, to watch the water. A man can learn so many things.

Part of me aches at the thought of her being so close yet so untouchable.

When you chase a dream, you learn about yourself. You learn your capabilities and limitations, and the value of hard work and persistence.