Jess

“In the beat of a heart, the suck of a breath, you are the universe.”
― Normandi Ellis, Awakening Osiris: A New Translation of the Egyptian Book of the Dead

“Just before I fell asleep, I had a moment of panic ...”
― Ryu Murakami, In the Miso Soup

“How could you love somebody who had killed you?”
― Toba Beta, My Ancestor Was an Ancient Astronaut

“I love you," Jake whispered. "Are you strong enough for this?"
I made myself comfortable. Said over my shoulder, "Sure."
"Would you tell me if you weren't?"
I grinned. "Maybe. I can't think of a nicer way to commit suicide."
"That's good. I can't think of a more pleasant way to commit murder.”
― Josh Lanyon, The Dark Tide