The Goodbyes Quotes

“Today, Leslie writes at least a thousand words a day on DC Metro orange line trains. Most of them perish behind the delete button.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“I know,” Charlotte said. “It was fun, but I’m not an understudy.” CHAPTER”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“Before he closed it he said, “Fuck off, Charlotte.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“I can’t believe that you’ve never been out of Pennsylvania,” Charlotte said. “How is that even possible?” Webb shrugged. “I don’t know. We don’t go anywhere.” “Haven’t you ever been on vacation?” “I went camping at Raystown Lake with my friend Jason and his family.” Webb started to feel embarrassment snake its way from his forehead to his cheeks. Charlotte opened her eyes as wide as they could go. “I don’t mean to sound like an asshole; it’s just surprising.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“He gave her the best directions he could. “After the Sunoco, veer off to the left.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“W ebb fell asleep at the base of a tree, listening to stumbling renditions of songs from all over the music spectrum—from The Eagles to The Shins.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“She flapped her hands in front of her body, like she did when she felt helpless. “I know. I’m so sorry,” she cried. 98”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“Bree’s in the ICU at UPMC Altoona.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“Webb couldn’t imagine being in the gym where he was sure to be bombarded with the full-volume version of “Photograph” by Nickelback.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“I had someone in my cab yesterday who told me that they’re going to change the Redskins’ name. Do you know what they are going rename them?” The driver waited for Webb to respond. “Uh, no. What?” he asked finally. “The Washington Deadskins,” the driver said, belting out a squeaky laugh. “The Washington Deadskins.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“By lunch, it seemed like everyone knew about Webb and Merilee— probably all one hundred and twenty-eight of his classmates.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes

“So this is a party in No Hope?” Brent asked, plopping down on the scratchy plaid couch in the corner. “Don’t act like Tyrone is better,” Jason said, turning defensive. “At least we have a Burger King and a Sheetz,” Chris offered. “Sheetz is a mark of civilization,” Webb agreed. “It’s a convenience store,” Jason deflected, but they all knew Webb was right.”
― Leslie Welch, The Goodbyes