How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
"I think he's lovely," said Anne reproachfully. "He is so very sympathetic. He didn't mind how much I talked—he seemed to like it. I felt that he was a kindred spirit as soon as ever I saw him."
"You're both queer enough, if that's what you mean by kindred spirits," said Marilla with a sniff. (4.27-28)
Matthew and Anne compliment each other perfectly. Anne is a chatterbox, and Matthew likes to listen. Plus, Anne sees something in Matthew that other people don't—sympathy. Matthew can understand her feelings and feel them along with her.
Quote #2
"Marilla," she demanded presently, "do you think that I shall ever have a bosom friend in Avonlea?
"A—a what kind of friend?"
"A bosom friend—an intimate friend, you know—a really kindred spirit to whom I can confide my innermost soul. I've dreamed of meeting her all my life." (8.35-37)
Bosom = Anne-speak for "best." (Also: what an awesome description of what a best friend is.)