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Finally, I laugh. Genuine and normal sounding. And then my date says the best thing that he could possibly say: It's okay. I haven't been on one of these {dates} in a while either. My smile triples in size. Josh grins. Just give me your hand. W–what? Your hand, he repeats. Give it to me. I extend my shaking right hand. And – in a moment that is a hundred dreams come true – Joshua Wasserstein laces his fingers through mine. A staggering shock of energy shoots straight into my veins. Straight into my heart. There, he says. I've been waiting a long time to do that.
by Stephanie Perkins
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In this excerpt, the narrator experiences a moment of genuine joy and surprise during a date with Josh Wasserstein. When Josh calmly asks for her hand, she is initially confused but then obliges, feeling a rush of excitement as he intertwines his fingers with hers. The scene is charged with emotion as this simple gesture feels like a dream come true, creating a powerful moment of connection.

"And – in a moment that is a hundred dreams come true – Joshua Wasserstein laces his fingers through mine. A staggering shock of energy shoots straight into my veins. Straight into my heart." This quote encapsulates the overwhelming feelings of happiness and realization for the narrator, highlighting the significance of this small, yet profound, gesture in their emotional journey. It marks a pivotal, uplifting moment in the story.

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