No tree, it is said, can grow to heaven unless its roots reach down to hell.

You must understand the whole of life, not just one little part of it. That is why you must read, that is why you must look at the skies, that is why you must sing and dance, and write poems and suffer and understand, for all that is life.

I used to think the years would go by in order, that you get older one year at a time. But it’s not like that. It happens overnight.

“Never apologize for being sensitive or emotional. Let this be a sign that you’ve got a big heart and aren’t afraid to let others see it. Showing your emotions is a sign of strength.”

“Inspire each other and you’ll never tire of each other.”

“It’s not exactly love at first sight. It is more like soul recognition.”