Best friend Quote by Colleen Houck
““I wanted to tell Ren the truth. I wanted to say that he was the best friend I’d ever had. That I was sorry about the way I had treated him. I wanted to tell him…that I loved him. But I couldn’t say anything. My throat was closed up, probably swollen from snake venom. All I could do was look at him as he knelt over me. That’s okay. Looking at his gorgeous face one last time is enough for me. I’ll die a happy woman. I was so tired. My eyelids were too heavy to keep open. I closed my eyes and waited for death to come. Ren cleared a space and sat down near me. Pillowing my head on his arm, he pulled me onto his lap and into his arms. I smiled. Even better. I can’t open my eyes to see him anymore, but I can feel his arms around me. My warrior angel can carry me in his arms up to heaven. He squeezed my closer to his body and whispered something in my ear that I couldn’t make out. Then darkness overtook me.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: *The Unwanteds* (or related fantasy work)
A dying narrator reflects on unspoken love, gratitude, and acceptance of death, finding peace in a companion’s presence.
In simple terms: She finds peace in love and companionship at death.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love and forgiveness.
Themes
death
love
acceptance
Mood
reflective
tranquil
Type
narrative
emotional
When to use this quote
- end‑of‑life care
- supportive friendships
- grief processing
Key Concepts
mortality
unspoken feelings
spiritual comfort
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you say to a loved one before death?
- How does companionship ease fear of dying?
A Different Perspective
The narrative may romanticize death, overlooking pain.
