Quotes by Roxanne Snopek

Without you, I’m not me. Something inside that I didn’t even know about is broken without you.

It’s about showing someone you care for them, wanting them to care for you, doing things they like because you want them to be happy. Because their happiness makes you happy. That’s love, Dane. That’s how you’ll win…your daughter over.

Love comes in seemingly insignificant moments and if you’re not paying attention, you might miss them.

Once his life had been like this. He applied strength and determination to a messy problem until the stickiness went away, strands of sense formed and suddenly a hopeless mess was transformed into something beautiful, delectable, something everyone wanted.Now, no matter how hard he tried, no one wanted what he had to offer.

Logans been one of Mariettas most eligible bachelors for too long. Ever since divorcing that useless ditz of a wife, weve all been watching waiting for him to dip his toes into the dating pool again. Nothing. Then, you show up and what happens? He dives straight into the deep end, without taking off his shoes. - Aunt Mabel to Samara

Were not quitting until Im satisfied you know what youre doing, he said in a low voice.Until were both satisfied, she corrected. Killing. Him.

What do you think? she asked, snapping him out of his reverie. How am I doing?...He squatted down beside her. You did a good job.Their knees touched but instead of pulling away, Sam held her position, pressing ever so slightly against him.Really. Her voice took on a teasing tone. Or are you just saying that because Im a drywall virgin and you want me to have good memories about my first time?

Thank you, she said. For making me have dinner with you.He laughed. Next time maybe Ill really torture you and take you to a movie.Next time.

My goodness, Im like a hog at a trough!

She missed having someone at her back, knowing that it didnt all fall on her, every hour, every day, every month, every task.But it was the everyday intimacy that left a gaping hole. The teasing you wear-the-black-teddy-Ill-kill-the-giant-arachnid and the Ill-clean-the-showerdrain-if-you-drape-your-hair-over-my-belly negotiations. Samara swallowed hard against the thickness in her throat. The Spider-Killing Factor. You didnt appreciate it until it was gone.She bet Logan would be a great spider-killer.

Their love story had ended long ago, and yet one smile from him brought it all back, the joy, the heartache, everything. True love stories never have endings.

There are no supermoms. Eventually, you just have to hope your kid survives all your parental screw-ups.

Ill keep this necklace forever, said Samara, as long as Jade and I can keep you forever too.

I cant afford to gamble.His breath came out in a hiss, but he tightened his grip around her.So well take it slow then, he said. I wont push you beyond what you want, Sam. But fair warning: I will push you. When this happens itll be on your terms, because you want it as much as I do. Not if, but when.

You should stop by the shop. Ill make you up a special Welcome-To-Marietta chocolate basket for Samara. Shell love it.Of course. He should have thought of it himself. Shes got this salted caramel thing that will earn you major points, said Dawson. the ladies love it.I shouldnt say this in church. Sage looked down, and dropped her voice to a whisper. But its been called orgasmic.With that word, for a split second, everyone around him disappeared. Logan imagined putting a tiny square of rich, smooth candy onto Samaras tongue, watching her lips move as she savored it, kissing her, sharing the sweet, silky heat. What sound would she make when the flavor hit the back of her mouth? Would she moan? Would she ask for more? Its a gift that keeps on giving, added Dawson, waggling his eyebrows.

I wonder if you could do me a favor, he said, angling his body away from Jade. From the corner of his eye, he saw her tip her head watchfully.Whats that? said Samara with a frown.Theres a park across town that perfect for walking dogs. I love to go there on Sunday afternoons but, well, as it happens, I dont have a dog.A slow smile spread across Samaras face.You want to borrow Bob.I understand its a lot to ask. Dogs being as precious as they are and all. I know Jade could never part with Bob, even for a little while. then, he put his finger to his chin, as if the idea had just occurred to him. You could join me if you wanted to. I guess.

Remember that old Disney movie, the cartoon with the dogs, Lady and the Tramp? she said with a jerky laugh. its Jades favorite of course. Weve watched it a million times. This reminds me of that scene where theyre eating spaghetti.He raised his eyebrows. He knew exactly the scene. Both dogs both slurped the same piece and ended up kissing.

He could hear her ramping up and rather than letting it happen, he silenced her the best way he knew hos.He lowered his head to hers, slowly, so she could see him coming. Her lips parted, in anticipation, in fear, out of breathlessness or a need to speak, he didnt care. He pressed his against them and heard her quick intake of breath.Her hands went up to his neck and she pulled herself closer, her mouth softening against his, opening, until they were necking like the pair of teenagers they had been, urgently, desperately, the rest of the world falling away until it was only them, no one else mattering, nothing necessary to their survival but that they hold on, hold on, hold on to each other and never let go.

Youre pretty low maintenance, as women go.I am, am I? She sounded amused.Yeah. Like a cactus.

She tossed a handful of snow at his face, then shrieked as the wind whipped it back into her own.Red hooted. Karmas a boomerang, sweetheart. Dont forget it.