Sydney spent a lot of time on my bed these days. Unfortunately, it wasn't with me.

Lucky Charms?” I asked. “Magically delicious,” he explained. “Requisite for any sort of building project.” I shook my head, still amazed at how he had managed to weasel his way over here. “This isn’t a date.” He cut me a scandalized look. "Obviously. I’d bring Count Chocula for that.

And after a while...I mean how do you choose? Who gets to live? Part of life is that...well, some people have to die.

Oh, and I’m also happy to watch our darling little love child dragon while you’re in St. Louis.

I used to think you were weak and just didn't fight back ... but now, honestly, I think you're actually pretty tough. It takes a hell of a lot of strength to not complain and lash out.

Even when I was dizzy with vodka, that smile never failed to make my heart speed up.

Fiery and sweet, all at the same time. A flame in the dark, lighting my way.