“It's the kind of kiss that inspires stars to climb into the sky and light up the world.”
― Ignite Me
― Ignite Me
“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”
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“As Robin Morgan wrote so wisely, "Hate generalizes, love specifies". That's what makes going on the road so important. It definitely specifies.”
― My Life on the Road
― My Life on the Road
“I had forgotten how much light there is in the world, till you gave it back to me.”
― A Wizard of Earthsea
― A Wizard of Earthsea
“The practice of love offers no place of safety. We risk loss, hurt, pain. We risk being acted upon by forces outside our control.”
― All About Love: New Visions
― All About Love: New Visions
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