She has the capacity to be bitter and biting. He loves that about her. Matt's own hardheadedness and temper that is usually so firmly under lock and key are things she has seen unleashed on people that deserve it. Putting up with makes it sound as though it is so very awful. His voice lowers and he whispers. "I love you."

The view is more exposed for the day. A little on the cool side. Body heat is just another benefit of sitting close and cozy in the sand.

"I mean as accomplished in your happiness. I want to be sure that just because I pass the bar I am delivering a quality performance."