“When what you want is a relationship, and not a person, get a dog.”

“This is what I know. Don't settle for 40, 50, or even 80 percent. A relationship-it shouldn't be too small or too tight or even a little scratchy. It shouldn't take up space in your closet o...”

“It's human nature to want to help and soothe and save with your love, but it's also arrogant.”

“You've got to have someone who loves your body. Who doesn't define you, but sees you. Who loves what he sees. Who you don't have to struggle to be good enough for.”

“The most basic and somehow forgettable thing is this: Love is not pain. Love is goodness. And real love--it's less shiny than solid and simple.”

“I had always had a little problem looking out for myself in love. I was afraid people would leave me. So I sort of clung and did everything possible to keep someone around. I didn't have a h...”

“So I put up with bad behavior in the name of loving the way I thought you were supposed to love.”

“Maybe it was wrong, or maybe impossible, but I wanted the truth to be one thing. One solid thing.”