Army Wives

Roland Burton Quotes

Joan: Given what we know, do you think we should lighten his punishment?
Roland: No, we gotta stay consistent.
Joan: I know, it just hurts.
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Roland: Joan, his mother gave him up when he was two. His grandmother died. His last mother gave him up into the system. It stands to reason that he has issues.
Joan: I understand. It still hurts.
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Joan: I know it's crazy, but I feel like he's already ours. Like he was meant to be a part of our family.
Roland: Yeah, I like him too, Joan. But, uh, are we really prepared to raise a child with HIV?
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Social Worker: Dr. Burton, I know you mean well, but you can't be Bobby's foster parents.
Joan: Why not?
Social Worker: Your husband is treating Bobby's mother. It's an obvious conflict of interest. Doctor has mother declared unfit and takes her son.
Roland: It's not like that.
Social Worker: Try explaining that to a judge.
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Roland: You were right, about Jeremy. A doctor is not supposed to get so caught up with one patient.
Joan: He wasn't just any patient.
Roland: No, I was really looking forward to watching his life unfold, you know.
Joan: You helped him.
Roland: You helped him.
Joan: Maybe you should start believing it.
Roland: I'm trying.
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Frank: Roland, Denise and I are both very thankful for what you did for Jeremy. You know, I know I, I made some mistakes with the boy growing up. I think he enlisted to prove something to me, you know.
Roland: Maybe. The first time.
Frank: Yeah, that first tour man, that was tough on him. And, a buddy getting killed like that. I just didn't see how bad he was hurtin' when he got home. We almost lost him then, and I think we would have, if it hadn't been for you.
Roland: I was just doin' my job Frank.
Frank: No, no, you went above and beyond. 'Cause that second tour, he was a different man. He was proud, he was confident and you did that.
Roland: He did all the work.
Frank: Well, I will always treasure that time we had together in Afghanistan. I got to know my son. I didn't know it was for a little while. I am very grateful.
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Denise: He's dead Roland.
Roland: I know.
Denise: My little boy is dead.
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Roland: Joan! What is it?
Joan: Jeremy Sherwood was killed in action. I'm sorry Roland. I wanted to come as soon as I found out, but I had to wait until Denise was notified.
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Roland: I'm just that good, woman. Actually, I told them that my wife's commit to the Army was setting an excellent example for our daughter. A strong, self-reliant leader.
Joan: Hmmmm. They bought that?
Roland: They totally bought that.
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Roland: You hear that baby? Mommy's gonna be there. Burton power. High five!
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