Nicole

“For it is said that humans are never satisfied, that you give them one thing and they want something more. And this is said in disparagement, whereas it is one of the greatest talents the species has and one that has made it superior to animals that are satisfied with what they have.”
― John Steinbeck, The Pearl

“Places have their own characters. . . . But the people begin to look the same.”
― Joanne Harris, Chocolat

“Is it wrong to trust in a beautiful lie if it helps you get through life?”
― Miriam Toews, A Complicated Kindness

“Keeping up the appearance of having all your marbles is hard work, but important.”
― Sara Gruen, Water for Elephants