You have to rely on whatever sparks you have inside.

I like pessimists. They’re always the ones who bring life jackets for the boat.

I’ve never heard of a man being so eager to confess to the parent of a girl he’s just ruined

The problem with chasing after happiness was that it wasn't a destination you could reach. It was something that happened along the way.

If I listened to your advice, I'd be making your mistakes instead of my own.

If my love can hold you, I'll keep you with me.

There are some experiences in life they haven't invented the right words for.

There's only one thing a bully respected: bigger bully.

Make your choice and accept the consequences.

Opening up to the wrong person is like putting ammo in their hands.

Because one day of something wonderful is better than a forever of nothing special.

Sometimes a woman needs a man for company, no matter how useless he is.

the absence of tears wasn't the same as an absence of feeling.

I think in a moment of weakness, you might surprise yourself.

A well-read woman is a dangerous creature.

His gaze held hers, and his voice was tender and rough. “Love me, Elizabeth.” Elizabeth felt a tremor run through her entire body, but she looked at him without flinching. “I do.

Reformed rakes often make the best husbands

Matt: I know you can cook. Meredith: What makes you so sure? Matt: Because less than an hour ago, you set me on fire.

Nor is he man enough to make a woman of you.