“You know, sleeping outdoors isn’t all bad. You get to stare up at the stars and cool breezes ruffle your fur after a hot day. The grass smells sweet and,” he made eye contact with me, “so does your hair.”… — Colleen Houck Copy Share
And yes, I'll admit, I am jealous. I'm jealous of every minute you spend with him, of every concerned expression you send his way,… — Colleen Houck Copy Share Image
“Grant me the serenity to selflessly forgo my relationship to save humankind; To accept that the man I love cannot and will not change;… — Colleen Houck Copy Share Image
“When he was finished, he set his plate down, looked at me, and raised an eyebrow. I leaned forward and whispered angrily, “I am not going to sit on your lap, so don’t get your hopes up, Mister.” He still waited until I picked up a fork and took a few bites. I speared a bite of macadamia nut crusted… — Colleen Houck Copy Share
“If I were a Jedi, I had definitely turned to the dark side of the Force.” — Colleen Houck Copy Share Image
“His vulnerability allowed me to let my guard down, and gently and methodically, he tore apart my well-constructed dam. Waves of tender feelings were lapping over the top and slipping through the cracks. The feelings flooded through and spilled into me. It was frightening opening myself up to feel love for someone again. My heart pounded hard and thudded audibly… — Colleen Houck Copy Share
“I’ve experienced a lot in my life. I’ve been in bloody battles. I’ve been with friends who were killed. I’ve seen terrible things done to man and beast, but I’ve never felt afraid. “I’ve been troubled. I’ve also been uneasy and tense. I’ve been in mortal danger, but I’ve never experienced that cold-sweat kind of fear, the kind that eats… — Colleen Houck Copy Share
“I promise to remain faithfully beside you. I pledge to conquer faults; perfect my character. I vow to deserve you. I declare you're my dream, my fervent wish fulfilled. I offer my past wealth and future promises. I swear to keep your trust." I commit my soul's fire and my body's force. I profess I am forever bound to your… — Colleen Houck Copy Share
“perhaps you three could continue this conversation when the ship is not under attack? Mr.Kadam said.” — Colleen Houck Copy Share Image
“I was immediately aware of her when she stood at the window but I didn't move at first. I wanted to look at her… — Colleen Houck Copy Share Image
“The house was quiet. Silently, I walked down the stairs and passed the peacock room where I found Mr. Kadam sitting and waiting for me. He took my bag and walked with me out to the car, then he opened my door, and I slid in to the seat and buckled my seatbelt. Starting the car, he circled the stone… — Colleen Houck Copy Share
I don’t mind being alone either. The only problem is that if you’re always alone, you get lonely. — Colleen Houck Copy Share Image
