Lyra Parish > Quotes

“There is something magical about losing yourself in a world that doesn't exist.”
― Lyra Parish

“Love is kisses and touches and all the little things that make your body flood with emotions such as need, want, protectiveness, jealousy, hurt, and anger. It can take your breath away, or smother you at times, and make you feel like you can't go on. Your heart may race a thousand miles per minute, then slow down, and then race again, just with a simple look. Love is deadly and can kill you from the inside out if you let it. It makes you do stupid, ridiculous things, and say senseless sappy words, or listen to silly love songs, jazz, or dance in the streets, or laugh, or smile. Love is a weapon, or a drug, and can drive a person mad. I know what love is...”
― Lyra Parish, Weak for Him

“Have you heard the saying, 'sex sells'? Well, I'm the supplier.”
― Lyra Parish, Weak for Him

“We might not be able to change the entire world but we can surely leave a mark by positively touching people's lives one at a time.”
― Lyra Parish

“Aspire to inspire!”
― Lyra Parish

“You're different. You are the virgin who stayed.”
― Lyra Parish, Weak for Him

“Love could be cruel, and toxic, and overpowering. Love could jab you in the heart and leave you dry, but love could also make the birds sing louder, make the music sound lovelier, and make the wind blow sweeter.”
― Lyra Parish, Weak for Him

“Falling in love with me wouldn’t be the worst thing to happen to you, would it?” “No. Losing you would,”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“How could someone so rude, condescending, and assholish have this effect on me? Was assholish even a word?”
― lyra parish, Weak for Him

“Come on, baby. I'm going to take you on the ride of your life.”
― Lyra Parish, Weak for Him

“I'm not letting you push me away. Each time you do, I'll purposely pull in in even harder.”
― Lyra Parish, The Wife Situation

“he leans in and whispers in my ear,
"Try me, pumpkin."
"What if I want a new car?
He nibbles on my earlobe.
"We'll shop for one tomorrow"
"A new wardrobe?" I wisper, wrapping my hand against the back of his neck.
"I'll call my personal tailor."
"A house?" I mutter.
I know a few builders." His hot breath is on my skin.
"And what if all I want is you?" I finally say.
He pulls away, meeting my eyes. "You have me.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“Broken people break people,”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“Focus on writing first.”
― Lyra Parish

“You don’t want me?” I ask. “I’m scared I won’t let you go,” he admits.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“I used to be a hopeless romantic, now I’m just hopeless.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“everything happens for a reason, and sometimes, we don’t know what that reason is, or don't agree with it. All we can do is go with the flow, take what life gives us, and continue forward with a grateful heart.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“I'm always two inches too short and ten pounds too heavy. Figures.”
― Lyra Parish

“And who’s your favorite author?” He chuckles. “That’s like asking a parent who their favorite kid is. Depends on the day. Depends on the mood. Depends on the genre.”
― Lyra Parish, A Very Merry Mistake

“slides over his lips. I breathe in, tucking my hands in my pockets. “I’m afraid of growing attached then having to navigate a world without knowing you.” His face softens and I wonder what he’s thinking. “Your turn.” “I’m afraid of falling madly in love with you,” he says.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“Stay with me through Christmas,” I whisper against her mouth. “Consider it done.”
― Lyra Parish, A Very Merry Nanny

“When falling in love is intense, moving to the next step in the relationship is like jumping without a net. I”
― Lyra Parish, The Hookup Situation

“Falling in love with me wouldn’t be the worst thing to happen to you, would it?” “No. Losing you would,” he says. “Goodnight.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“The resort has a five-star restaurant run by a world-famous English chef. He’s known for his assortment of puddings and beef Wellington.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“You’re already the calm in my storm, Em. Let me be the calm in yours.”
― Lyra Parish, A Very Merry Nanny

“I’m actually living my life one day at a time and taking your advice by letting the universe decide,” I admit. “And here you are”
― Lyra Parish, Flirty Fall Fling

“I just require him to be attractive, a few years older, and not be local. Which seems to be way too much to ask because, as it stands, I’m practically a virgin again.”
― Lyra Parish, Fall I Want

“Any allergies?” “Only to shitty men,”
― Lyra Parish, A Very Merry Mistake

“without expectations, disappointment doesn’t exist.”
― Lyra Parish, A Very Merry Mistake

“Black like my soul." He chuckles. "Youre fucking adorable.”
― Lyra Parish, Smooth as Whiskey