Alizah

“Whatever has happened in someone's past, the future is theirs to shape. The first step is to find a way out.”
― Ellen Hopkins, Tricks

“I can see why she feels left behind. Maybe even discarded. Is that why she refuses to accept my love and return it? Afraid that love doesn't last? Doesn't really exist? Afraid if her own father can withdraw his love (or at least the manifestation of his love), that maybe she somehow isn't worthy of the emotion?”
― Ellen Hopkins, Perfect

“When did creating a flawless facade become a more vital goal than learning to love the person who lives inside your skin?”
― Ellen Hopkins, Perfect

“Did you really believe, that first day, that we were meant to be together?" I asked him.
He looked at me and then said, "You're here, aren't you?”
― Sarah Dessen, This Lullaby