How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
Finally Dad said, "I miss you, Bonnie. [...] Is there any chance—"
"No," said Mom in a sad, soft voice. "There isn't a chance. [...] Too many broken promises." (60.26, 33-34, 36)
If this were a movie, the music would be softly swelling and someone would be almost crying. Seems like Dad has finally figured out what he wants; he misses Mom and wants to come home. Mom, however, has also figured out what she wants, and it's not Dad. Not anymore. This is a great example of desires conflicting when the timing is wrong.