The room fell quiet. And as I read down the list of over one hundred and fifty eight-grade boys, I realized that to me, there had only ever been one boy.

To by held above the earth and be brushed by the wind," she said,"it's like your heart has been kissed by beauty.

Sometimes a little discomfort in the beginning can save a whole lot of pain down the road.

Maybe my mother's right. Maybe there is more to Bryce Loski than I know. Maybe it's time to meet him in the proper light.

Don't sum up a person based on what you see, or what you don't understand; get to know them

It's disturbing how fast weeds take root in my garden of worthiness. They're so hard to pull. And grow back so easily.

Proper lighting is everything, Julianna.