He looked at her. "I will miss you, Montana. For the first time in my life, I'll regret leaving someone behind.

Because the reward is worth the risk.

Marry me, Gracie. Marry me and let me take care of you. Let me love you and prove it each and every day.

Love is always enough.

Grief manifests differently in different people. We all get through things in our own time.

I didn't want to hurt you," she blurted. "I never wanted to be someone you would regret. I'm not afraid for me. I'm afraid for you.

Where's Lori?" he asked when he saw the nurse wasn't there. "She's not avoiding me, is she?" His grandmother slipped off her glasses, put down her book and stared at him. "Amazingly enough, the whole world doesn't revolve around you, Reid. Lori's sister is sick and Lori took her to the doctor. She'll be back in an hour or so. Can you survive on your own until then, or should I call 9-1-1 for emergency assistance?