“I never got my Pompeii,” I said, low and even. “And you know I deserved every bit of it. But I’m not going to erupt all over you like I’m owed. Because I’ve already won. She’s not fucking you tonight.” — S. Walden Copy Share Image
“I don't know. It's the world we live in, I guess. Some things will never be fair.” — S. Walden Copy Share
“Oil paints were wiser to the human condition, understanding our imperfections and giving us enough time to rework ourselves until we made things right.” — S. Walden Copy Share
“I thought if I stared a little longer I could see right inside his head, to his brain, and I don’t know why that… — S. Walden Copy Share
“I expect the world from you, as I should, because you’re amazing and talented and funny and sweet. You’re sexy as hell and clever… — S. Walden Copy Share
“You know what I mean,” I said. “You want to be the mother who all the other mothers gossip about? Like about how bad… — S. Walden Copy Share
“She danced with complete abandon. She never felt so light and free. She could stretch her arms forever, touch the heavens and pull down… — S. Walden Copy Share
“Well that was decided. This was more than a silly schoolgirl crush. This was a deeply disturbing infatuation.” — S. Walden Copy Share
“I knew life moments happened that way. They made no sense, and I didn’t think we were supposed to make them. I think we… — S. Walden Copy Share
“It’s always described as melting, and I finally understood why. I thought my body was turning to liquid. I could feel my bones giving… — S. Walden Copy Share
“I realized I needed to look at evil in an entirely new light. Most bad guys weren’t running around with eyes bugged out. Most… — S. Walden Copy Share
“Love is when you're with someone and you never check the time because for you, time doesn't exist.” — S. Walden Copy Share
“People grow and change. You have to choose to grow and change together. It doesn't mean the feeling isn't still there. You just have… — S. Walden Copy Share
“Jesus Christ . . .” And I never say “Jesus Christ.” “No, Cadence. My name is Mark Connelly. And I’m about to give you… — S. Walden Copy Share
“Yes, these are the thoughts that occupy my brain on a daily basis: How many steps to take. How many hairbrush strokes. Making sure… — S. Walden Copy Share
