Aunt Esther Quotes

At least," Mother said, "that's the story Aunt Esther tells." "What do you mean?" I asked. "Isn't it true?" "Stories are never 'true'," Mother said. "But they may, almost by accident, contain 'truth'. Sometimes.

What about you and Darrel?” “We’re good friends.” “Martin seems to think there is something more going on.” “He’s wrong. I don’t love him, Aunt Esther.” “But maybe he’s falling for you.” “I hope not. I don’t want to hurt him. I’ve made it clear we can see each other as long as it doesn’t go further than friendship.” “And he’s okay with that?” “He has no choice. It’s that, or nothing.” Esther laughed at her comment. “You are a strong-willed young lady. Most women your age would be drooling over that young man. He’s got it all–looks, charm, money.” “Jah, but that’s not what’s important. What about his heart? How does he stand with God? How much does he care about others? Would he always be faithful? Those things are what I look for in a man.

But if you happen to see Owen Zabriskie tomorrow, shake his hand for me." "Okay, but Aunt Esther..." "What?" Emma cupped her hand over the phone. "I was just wondering. About Mom. Did you really tell her she was a good player?" "Yes, I did," Aunt Esther said. "It was a terrible lie. She was the worst player I ever saw in my whole life." "She catches and throws just like a chicken," Emma whispered. "I know.

Anything else?" asked Owen. "Well," Emma said. "There's my aunt Esther. She lives in New York City, but she still roots for the Pioneers. She said to say hello." "You say hello back from me," Owen said. "And you can give her this." He pulled off his cap. "That's all I've got, except for my shoes.

Aunt Esther: You think you supposed to know everything. Life is a mystery. Don't you know life is a mystery? I see you still trying to figure it out. It ain't all for you to know. It's all an adventure. That's all life is. But you got to trust that adventure.

I think NOT!” Aunt Esther bellowed, and