Tethered Quotes

“As a society, we’ve become inherently lazy. Everyone’s always taking the easy way out—looking for the quick fix. It’s no wonder love is no longer appreciated the way it used to be. It’s no wonder love has lost its meaning.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“We get up from the table to work our way through the crowd, but before I leave, I lean down, whispering in Hunter’s ear, “Even though it might be difficult, please, try not to miss me too much.” But I don’t wait for a response. Instead, I shoot him a flirty smile, pulling away as I spin around. But before I’m able to move two feet, he grabs my arm, yanking me down into his lap. With my face only inches from his, he parts his lips and leans in. Every ounce of my body tingles with anticipation of the kiss I’ve imagined a thousand times. He’s so close I can feel his warm, minty breath on my face. His nose grazes the tip of mine, but then he stops. My heart freezes. “Stay out of trouble over there,” he says. But before I know what’s happening, he has me off his warm lap and back on my feet. I stand there for a few seconds eyeing him, wondering what in the hell just happened. Was he just teasing me? Um, okay. Well, if that’s how he wants to be—two can most definitely play this game. I look him straight in the eyes. “Well maybe I’d like some trouble.” Then I paint on a mischievous smile and saunter away. I feel his eyes searing a hole through the back of my head. Vindication is oh so sweet. Yes! I smile to myself. Hunter Payne might be older and more experienced—but he has no clue who he’s dealing with. Ha. And neither do I apparently. Since when did I grow a set of balls?”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“eyes sparkle in the moonlight, as if encrusted with specs of glitter. My god I want to kiss you so badly. Ugh. “True.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“By the time I make it out of the room, he’s already on the elevator. As the doors close, he shoots me a beaming smile. What did he mean by that? The sound of chuckling takes my attention away from the departing antagonist, to my family staring with obvious amusement. “Red’s a good color on you, Sis.” Dru chuckles, bumping me shoulder to shoulder. “I’m not wearing red!” I snap. But then it hits me. Duh! “Oh whatever, Dru.” I turn, storming back to the room to avoid more jokes.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“Men.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“I’m somewhat excited to see what she has planned. Talk about a one-eighty.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“We all know I’m the bitch of the family,”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“My insides shake, recalling my dream with such clarity. “You okay? You still seem out of it.” With a gentle touch, he strokes my hand. It pulls at my heart like a tug-of-war. It’s too much. Damn it. I can’t do this. I need to change the subject—and fast.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“I’m okay now.” My voice cracks a little. “You can let me go.” “But what if you fall again? You were all over the place you know, so it was only a matter of time.” “Oh really? Well, I’m sure I can manage just fine. But thank you so much for the unselfish generosity.” He maintains his hold. “How about a compromise instead?” Oh, this should be good. “Dare I ask?” His cheek grazes mine, the feel of his clean shave makes me tingle. But then he stands, his arms falling from around me as he moves to stand at my side. What on earth is he up to? Hunter lifts his right arm in the air, elbow out, then gestures for me to join him. Okay, now that’s cute. And totally doable. I meet his eyes and can’t help but smile. “That’s fair. Compromise accepted.” I happily hook my left arm through his as we start walking again.  And oddly enough, I no longer feel awkward. Perhaps Dhelia’s strategically placed driftwood was a blessing in disguise after all.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“Hunter Payne!”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“Tempted A BirthRight Novel     Coming Spring 2014”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“we get lost in the most delicious, passionate kiss, the sound of giggling breaks our trance. “Are you kids coming out...or were you waiting for your personal invitation to come in the mail?” Pap chuckles, turning away from the open door.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“I warned you I was planning to stalk you tonight, didn’t I?” He winks. Holy shit! He’s kidding, right? “Um...Well, yeah. I guess you did. But I figured you were joking though.” He shakes his head. “Nope. My only plan was to see you.” Seriously?”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“Great. Now I’m bawling, too. “I’ve missed you so much you little brat. You had to know that.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“Who the heck is this Jersey-Shore-wanna-be with his hands all over my sister?”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“Um, mind if I ask where you picked up poetry?” “Oh, a little here...a little there.” He won’t wipe the stupid grin off his face. “Okay...you can stop gloating anytime now.” I look up, shaking my head. Of course, I would have to look like a fool. Again.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“Great. He must think I’m evil for asking something I know he’s clueless about.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“There’s no chance she’d be in heaven with the man who killed her. No God could be that cruel.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“It’s not his time. ”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered

“There is no endowment in man or woman, that is not tallied in you. There is no virtue, no beauty in man or woman, but as good is in you. No pluck, no endurance in others, but as good is in you. No pleasure waiting for others, but an equal pleasure waits for you.”
― Brandi Leigh Hall, Tethered