ThisIsStephi

“For a kiss like this, even hell could put forth stars.”
― Roshani Chokshi, The Gilded Wolves

“When day comes, we step out of the shade of flame and unafraid.
The new dawn balloons as we free it.
For there is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it.
If only we’re brave enough to be it.”
― Amanda Gorman, The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country

“They weren't stronger than him, they weren't smarter, they weren't more prepared. But circumstances had brought them together and allowed them to succeed where so many others had failed. Patricia knew how they looked, a bunch of silly Southern women, yakking about books over white wine. A bunch of carpool drivers, skinned-knee kissers, errand runners, secret Santas and part-time tooth fairies, with their practical jeans and festive sweaters.

Think of us what you will, she thought, we made mistakes and probably scarred our children for life, and we froze sandwiches, and forgot carpool, and got divorced. But when the time came, we went the distance.”
― Grady Hendrix, The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires

“Vacuum your curtains," Grace said. "No one ever does it enough. I promise it'll make you feel better.”
― Grady Hendrix, The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires