How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
"But you know how it is with Marcus – he has a plan. […] I mean, he already has this whole plan for where our relationship is going and how I can go to New Mexico to college with him, and after a year we'll start living together and then get married right after we get our degrees." (35.48)
Okay, dreams are great and all, but if you have your whole life planned out before high school even ends, you're probably in for some disappointment. Marcus, pro tip: lighten up. Cassidy may have wanted someone more settled, but Marcus is really doing a 180 here.
Quote #8
Any time a girl starts to talk about the FUTURE I try to change the subject pronto. (36.6)
Ladies: whenever a guy changes the subject when you talk about the future, it's a RED FLAG. Actually, same goes for you guys. Basically, what we're saying is that you and your SO should probably be on the same page when it comes to planning for the future.
Quote #9
Besides, it doesn't matter if it's real. It never does with dreams. They aren't anything anyway but lifesavers to cling to so you don't drown. (39.35)
Guess that explains why Sutter decides to throw away everything he has with Aimee once he realizes that his dream of his dad isn't real. With that lifesaver gone, he drowns—in a 64 oz. cup of whiskey.