“Trust and respect are more important than love in a relationship because no love will last without equal amounts of respect and trust.”

“on marriage..."You gotta love her even when you don't feel like it. Love is a decision, not a feelin', because believe me, you won't be feelin' the love a whole lot of time.”

“I'm told he takes after our father - a sweet-talker he is not. His mouth sees more feet than a treadmill at a crowded gym.”

“(Becca) "Okay you win." Her voice was rough with sleepiness. "I can't keep up with you.""It's not a competition, baby. Just relax, and let me love you.”

“His eyes locked on hers, all signs of humor vanished. He stared as if he could read her mind. She wondered if he could. It would help if he'd clue her into what he saw, because right now, all she knew was what she felt. There was the ever-present lust, a fierce protectiveness of him, fear for herself, and the terrifying feeling that she'd complletely lost control of her life. She couldn't choreograph this dance. He led, and she seemed to have no choice but to follow.”

“Women have bitchfests when their men do something stupid. They get together to dicuss us, compare notes and sympathize. She has to have enough chocolate to share”

“Don't look at me in that tone of face.”