Alyssa Samargya

“Candlelight glittered off the diamond spires in the ruby crown as Isbeth glanced down at the Craven.
“I don’t know if you realize this or not,” I said casually, “but you have a pest problem.”
― Jennifer L. Armentrout, The War of Two Queens

“Anxiety, the illness of our time, comes primarily from our inability to dwell in the present moment.”
― Thich Nhat Hanh, The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching: Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy, and Liberation

“The greatest miracle is to be alive. We can put an end to our suffering just by realizing that our suffering is not worth suffering for! How many people kill themselves because of rage or despair? In that moment, they do not see the vast happiness that is available. Mindfulness puts an end to such a limited perspective. The Buddha faced his own suffering directly and discovered the path of liberation. Don’t run away from things that are unpleasant in order to embrace things that are pleasant. Put your hands in the earth. Face the difficulties and grow new happiness.”
― Thích Nhất Hạnh, The Heart Of Buddha's Teaching: Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy and Liberation

“You have me,” he swore against my swollen lips. “Always.”
“And forever,” I whispered.”
― Jennifer L. Armentrout, The War of Two Queens