“I always think the opening moments of a party are the hardest, before everyone has had enough to drink.”

“She tried to do what the Equinox yoga instructor said to do and thank each thought for coming then let it float away, but the thoughts were not floating away and she couldn't force them away, not even here, where she was supposed to be able to escape.”

“Last summer had meant lots of Sam Adams Summer Ale by herself on hot weekend days when it seemed like just her and the Dominican Day parade.”

“I always think the opening moments of a party are the hardest, before everyone has had enough to drink.”