i gave him another smile then leaned closer , got up on my toes , and kissed his cheek but stayed there to say in his ear , `` god chooses well . '' you might not command it , but you can influence it . one with parents who gave a damn . hand still around my neck , she reached out , her palm coming for my forehead . maybe thats what youve been hearing elle . my sister runs a very successful business there . *** the is is holy and the void is home . 