Dad was a card. I never met him. He died before the movie began.

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• I just met a wonderful new man! He's fictional, but you can't have everything.
• I want what happened in the movie last week to happen this week; otherwise, what’s life all about anyway?
• I don’t get hurt or bleed, hair doesn’t muss; it’s one of the advantages of being imaginary.
• You make love without fading out?
• Cecilia, it's clear how miserable you are with your husband. And if he hits you again, you tell me. I'd be forced to knock his teeth out.
• I love you. I'm honest, dependable, courageous, romantic, and a great kisser.