And in this quiet moment, as I close my eyes, spent and sated, I think I'm in the eye of the storm. And in spite of all he's said and what he hasn't said, I don't think I have ever been so happy.

It's very hard to grow up in a perfect family when you're not perfect.

Don't get your panties in such a twist... and give me back mine.

Sometimes I wonder if there's something wrong with me. Perhaps I've spent too long in the company of my literary romantic heroes, and consequently my ideals and expectations are far too high.

You have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince

I want my world to start and end with you.

I've never wanted more, until I met you.

Of course. Silly me. Such a sad, exciting score, which no doubt you can play? So many accomplishments, Mr. Grey.”“And the greatest one is you, Miss Steele.

Do you trust me Ana?"Ana! "Yes, I do."I respond spontaneously, not thinking...because it's true-I do trust him."Well, then"he looks relieved. "The rest of this stuff is just details""important details

Ana, honey, you've always had a tendency to overanalyse everything. Go with your gut.

I'd like to bite that lip.

I don't want...to run away by myself... because no matter what...I'd rather be together with everyone...

Theology sits rouged at the window and courts philosophy's favor, offering to sell her charms to it.

Can you believe that? A female linesman. Women don't know the offside rule.

I've always said that people have unrealistic expectations.

If I had a philosophy, it's that I support the beautiful side of anarchy.

Desiring to excel is not a sin. It is motivation that determines ambition's character. Our Lord never taught against the urge to high achievement, but He did expose and condemn unworthy motivation.

Truth is better than fiction in terms of telling the story.

Of all the excellent teachers of college English whom I have known I have never discovered one who knew precisely what he was doing. Therein have lain their power and their charm.

Innovation often originates outside existing organizations, in part because successful organizations acquire a commitment to the status quo and a resistance to ideas that might change it