"Well... I can see why you are such a fan of Johnny Cash," Lorne says as he pours House another drink.

"You've got a world of heartbreak on your shoulders, Doc. The only thing I could tell you is that the break will do you good down the road. Love can heal some wounds, but it can also make things worse. Take stock in that Doc. You've got bigger things coming to you in life now. You just need to look for it. People can recover from both emotional and physical setbacks. Wilson will. You will."

Then Lorne leans and says softly. "Even your mother will if she takes her time."