“He always was someone. Because the core of the sweet gum tree never changes. Like Nick, the deep red wood stays true to its nature. Strong, and steady, and pure.” — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“A sweet gum tree is the chameleon of wood, it’s corky exterior hiding it’s inner ability to imitate anything from cherry to mahogany. But it’s real value, one unrealized by most people, is it’s deep red heart, steady and strong.” — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“That was also the year I discovered Boys. Or maybe I should say they discovered me. By then I knew what they wanted and… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“To my surprise, Nick reached under his shirt and pulled out the half-heart pendant. With his gaze fixed on mine, he slid the chain… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“He always was someone. Because the core of the sweet gum tree never changes. Like Nick, the deep red wood stays true to its… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“Do you want to know the real reason I came back, Alix?” It was because of you. You’re my roots. Wherever you are would… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“Life isn't kind, and we rarely get what we want out of it. We do the best we can, and we keep putting one… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“God, I can’t lose you again.” His whisper was harsh, filled with pain. “Not now, when I’ve waited so long to hold you. I… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“There's a part of everyone that needs to be taken care of. Denying it exists doesn't change the truth, it only makes you very… — Katherine allred Copy Share Image
“You don’t have to be scared anymore, Abby. We’ll figure something out, I promise. We’re in this together.” — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“You haven't stopped smiling since you came in." "You want me to yell?" "No, no," Buddy hastily assured him. "You just keep right on… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“The idea of him making love to anyone else sent a shaft of pain straight through my middle. “You better wait on me, damn… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“...while I was vowing to save Nick, he had taken on the job of being my protector and staunchest defender” — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“But there are more kinds of hurt than physical ones, hurts that run ever deeper and leave bigger scars, and not even Nick could… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“I’m sorry, Nick,” I whispered, slipping his pendant from my neck. “I didn’t know what else to do.” — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“Nick? Have you ever…” ”No.” He lifted his head again, studied me. “I’ve thought about it, but it never seemed right.” The idea of… — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
“I love you”, he whispered. “You’ll have the words every day for the rest of our lives.” — Katherine Allred Copy Share Image
