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"You said earlier that you think about me all the time now. I'm curious as to why."
"I had no idea how painful a broken heart can be until my wife packed up and left. It was a nightmare. For the first time, I realized what you had suffered through. I realized how cruel I had been."
"You'll get over it.Takes about ten years."
"Thanks."
He walked down the sidewalk, then turned around and walked back. "How old is Jack?" he asked.
"Thirty-seven."
"Then, statistically, he should die first. Give me a call when he's gone. I'll be waiting."
"Sure you will."
"I swear. Isn't it comforting to know that someone will always be waiting for you?"
"I hadn't thought about it."
He leaned down and looked her in the eyes. "Can I kiss you on the cheek?"
"No."
"There's something magical about the first love, Cameron, something I'll miss forever."
"Good-bye Neely."
"Can I say I love you?"
"No.Good-bye Neely."