Codi Mason

“And he gave it for his opinion, "that whoever could make two ears of corn, or two blades of grass, to grow upon a spot of ground where only one grew before, would deserve better of mankind, and do more essential service to his country, than the whole race of politicians put together.”
― Jonathan Swift, Gulliver’s Travels

“Our destination is the same in the end, but our journey - part chosen, part determined - is different for us all, and changes even as we live and grow.”
― Iain Banks, The Wasp Factory

“This made me reflect, how vain an attempt it is for a man to endeavor to do himself honor among those who are out of all degree of equality or comparison with him.”
― Jonathan Swift, Gulliver’s Travels

“It is good to remove oneself sometimes and get a sense of perspective from a little further away.”
― Iain Banks, The Wasp Factory