He was stretched out on top of my comforter, his feet hanging over the edge of the bed, my stuffed polar bear hugged to his chest.
-- Belly (Chapter 1)

Importance: After studying for her finals all night, Belly returns to her dorm and finds Jeremiah asleep in her bed, cuddling with the stuffed polar bear Conrad gave Belly when they were kids. This quote is important because it shows the subconscious role Conrad plays in the relationship between Belly and Jeremiah.

Lacie’s hand flew to her mouth when she saw me. The look on her face was like a punch in the stomach. I felt physical pain. I could hear the other girls’ sharp intakes of breath, but it all felt far away. I felt like I was sleepwalking as I moved past her and the girls and down the hallway.
-- Belly (Chapter 4)

Importance: While in the bathroom, Belly hears Lacie talking about hooking up with...