“He came in looking so rough on the outside, but there was a real sadness in his eyes. I just wanted to comfort him. Then he looked at me and—I was on fire. I’ve never felt that way before. It… — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“Normally, Dominic appreciated his even temper, but today it grated on him. Maybe the forty or so hours without sleep were beginning to catch… — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“Some people become family through blood. Some people through marriage. Others find their way into your life and your heart through friendship. Raise a… — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“The great part about getting older is you realize that you don't have to impress anyone else.” — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“desire to answer the incessant ring of the cell phone he’d ignored since yesterday. Rather than turning it off, he’d muffled the noise by… — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“Life is scary, but I think it's supposed to be. If you're living it right, that is.” — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“Abuse came in many forms; it didn’t need a bruise to leave damage.” — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“She wanted to leave," Gio defended himself, even as he kicked himself for letting her leave. "What was I supposed to do? Kidnap her?"… — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“It’s an uncomfortable moment when you realize that there is a crazy person in the room and it’s you.” — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“Every once in a while, life threw you an opportunity to redefine yourself. You could either rise up to the challenge or live with… — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
“I learned that in a tragedy there are no winners, only people struggling to survive the aftermath.” — Ruth Cardello Copy Share Image
