Family isn’t something that’s supposed to be static, or set. People marry in, divorce out. They’re born, they die. It’s always evolving, turning into something else.

D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, Austin... and you. I'll be there soon.

I knew this feeling, the 2 a.m. loneliness that I'd practically invented.

Odd how it was so easy for a stranger to assume such familiarity. Especially when those who were supposed to know you best often didn't, not at all.

I seriously doubt that the Santa police do an underwear check." -Cora

All the bitchy girls in the world are just a training ground for what men can do to you.

Maybe" she said. "I just wish we'd have a little mishap.It would be reassuring