How could he convey to someone who'd never even met her the way she always smelled like rain, or how his stomach knotted up every time he saw her shake loose her hair from its braid? How could he describe how it felt when she finished his sentences, turnec the mug they were sharing so that her mouth landed where his had been? How did he explain the way they could be in a locker room, or underwater, or in the piney woods of Maine, bus as long as Em was with him, he was at home?

Summary

This quote beautifully captures the ineffable nature of love and connection. The protagonist ponders on the challenge of describing and conveying the intangible sensations and experiences associated with being in love with someone. From their unique scent to simple gestures like shaking loose her hair or aligning their lips on a shared mug, the protagonist struggles to articulate the profound effect Em has on him. Despite the inability to put these emotions into words, being with Em creates a sense of belonging and home, regardless of their physical surroundings.

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