Lilac Avenue Quotes

“While I was away,” Claire said, “I often felt homesick. Now that I’m home, why do I still feel that way?” “Saudade,” Ed said. “It’s a Portuguese word for the deep longing you feel for something you can’t quite name. There’s also a German term, Sehnsuch, or you could use the Russian term Toska, which means deep spiritual anguish without a specific cause.” “Do you ever feel that way?” “Anytime I’m alone and start ruminating; I think most people do.”
― Pamela Grandstaff, Lilac Avenue

“I was afraid that being in a relationship meant I couldn’t be myself; my horrible, controlling, bitchy self.” “You’re not always like that,” Claire said. “I’ve seen you be sweet.” “Don’t tell anyone,” Maggie said, “or I’ll cut you, don’t think I won’t.”
― Pamela Grandstaff, Lilac Avenue

“Everyone’s a little paranoid,” Hannah said. “That’s just cause there’s always some evil bastages out to get ya.”
― Pamela Grandstaff, Lilac Avenue