Dave

“These are coded,” she finally said. “They’re coded,” she spat the words out with distaste.”
― Shannyn Leah, Lakeshore Secrets

“spartina”
― Earl Swift, Chesapeake Requiem: A Year With the Watermen of Vanishing Tangier Island

“Sometimes, when we are faced with life altering decisions, our minds can only focus on what we think is best for everyone involved, even if it’s quite possibly the most difficult decision of our life.” “You give her too much credit.” “And you don’t give her enough.” She stood. “Finish your work tomorrow and be showered and ready to leave for the funeral home around seven.”
― Shannyn Leah, Lakeshore Secrets

“Yes, motherless girls are a difficult breed,” said Lord Marshall, touching his fingertips together as if he were about to impart crucial information. “One finds they have not the subtler charms of their fillial counterparts.”
― Abby Ayles, The Lady of the Lighthouse