Quotes from Terri Reed

I don't blame God. I cling to Him.

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans for good, not evil. To give you a future and a hope.

The Ranger creed: "No man in the wrong can stand up against a fellow that's in the right and keeps on a-comin'.

She should have been used to disappointment by now, but pessimism wasn't normally her bag. Lisa would say Sami was a discouraged optimist. An oxymoron for sure.

The sight of her praying lit a fire in his heart. She'd suffered so many traumas in the short amount of time and yet she still believed, still looked to God for help and answers. She was an amazing woman.

No , Ariel, that doesn't scare me. Not anymore. You taught me that love doesn't have to be a risk. It doesn't have to be scary. Love can be beautiful.

self-pity was a cold and nasty companion.

The story of my life. Everyone always thinks they know what's best for me. When do I get to decide?

Crying was a sign of weakness. She would not be weak. Not in front of him. She pressed the heels of her hands against her eyes, forcing back the tears. Once she had herself under control, she took a shuddering breath and moved to the side of the bed where a chair had been pulled

a shuddering breath and moved to the side of the bed where a chair had been pulled up, most likely so that Ava, Dad's housekeeper, or Matt could sit with him. She was grateful neither was here now. She