In "Whispering Rock" by Robyn Carr, a character reflects on a moment spent holding Brie's hand, which deepens his feelings for her. This simple act becomes a turning point for him, illuminating his growing affection and revealing that he is experiencing a crush for the first time since youth, despite his age of thirty-seven.

This realization strikes him as surprising and somewhat bittersweet; he feels the innocence and intensity of a teenage crush, which contrasts with his mature perspective on love and relationships. The juxtaposition of his age and his emotions highlights the timeless nature of attraction and how it can be unexpectedly powerful at any stage of life.