Dorothy Pierce

“I can survive, a solitary creature. I have thus far. But just the thought that someone else might care what fate befalls me- it changes everything.”
― Joy McCullough, Blood Water Paint

“The disconnect of men
to women's bodies
stands to reason.
They'd have to care enough
to see the other as a subject
worthy of their earnest study.
My own oblivion horrifies me more.
I've been here all along
but somehow not.”
― Joy McCullough, Blood Water Paint

“If you remember nothing else of Susanna, remember how she speaks her truth. She knows it will cost her something. She's not aware yet quite how steep the cost will be, but still she speaks her truth.”
― Joy McCullough, Blood Water Paint

“Not all stories have happy endings. I cannot promise this one will either. But I am certain you will be glad you stayed with Susanna to the end. She deserves that much - a witness, one who says I see you, hear you, I'm better for knowing your story”
― Joy McCullough, Blood Water Paint