Carol

“That is just the way with some people. They get down on a thing when they don’t know nothing about it.”
― Mark Twain, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

“Without new experiences, something inside of us sleeps. The sleeper must awaken.”
― Frank Herbert

“I ordered a pitcher of beer,” Morelli said. “Hope that’s okay.” “It’s perfect. I need it now.” Morelli whistled through his teeth, and everyone jumped in the restaurant. He raised his hand and mouthed “Beer” to the waitress. “Gee, that’s smooth,” I said to Morelli. “I’m a Jersey Italian, and my girl needs a drink.”
― Janet Evanovich, Hardcore Twenty-Four

“handsome couple. “In other words, we clean up well,” Kent joked. “Indeed, you do,” I said, and was pleased to know my voice had found itself again.”
― Debbie Macomber, Rose Harbor in Bloom