Was it too much to ask that she find someone who wanted the same things in life as she did–a home, someone to lean on when the not-so-perfect times came crashing down?

All I’ve ever wanted was a place to belong, and someone to belong to.

A partner to share the ups and downs with. Honor and strength, and knowing you’re stronger together than apart

Crying had made her want a shoulder on which to rest her head, arms to hold her. She’d wasted too many tears alone in her room, her garden, walking along the shore, praying for God...

All the tears in the world can’t bring back the dead or wash away your fears and grief. I want you to put up your chin and tell yourself you are strong. And if you...