Spangler: There was so much I wanted to tell her, but she was gone and I... I...
Francis: Come on, sir. Just say it.
Spangler: I hated her! [whimpers] [sniffles] All these issues with my mother. I know now that this was not an accident.
Francis: You know, talking with you has helped me work out some things with my own family. I mean, all those years I blamed my parents for every senseless act of self-destruction. And all this time I was at least partially responsible for a couple of them. [class bell rings] [both salute] You know, it really means a lot to me to know that I can come to you when I need to talk.
Spangler: Familiarity breeds contempt, cadet. [closes door]