“I can feel your doubts, child, but your che burns bright inside you. It is mighty indeed. Guilt has dimmed it's light, though. Guilt is a powerful sedative.”
― Daughter of the Merciful Deep
― Daughter of the Merciful Deep
“If we don't remember the past, it can dig its claws into us and suck us dry like those vampire stories you used to read. But, Janie, we also need to let go. Hold on too tight-" She squeezed her fists in front of her. "And you can't accept your gifts." She opened her fists and cupped her palms together, ready to recieve. "Knowing when to keep something close and when to let go is what living's about”
― Daughter of the Merciful Deep
― Daughter of the Merciful Deep
“i want to apologize to all the women i have called beautiful
before i’ve called them intelligent or brave
i am sorry i made it sound as though
something as simple as what you’re born with
is all you have to be proud of
when you have broken mountains with your wit
from now on i will say things like
you are resilient, or you are extraordinary
not because i don’t think you’re beautiful
but because i need you to know
you are more than that”
―
before i’ve called them intelligent or brave
i am sorry i made it sound as though
something as simple as what you’re born with
is all you have to be proud of
when you have broken mountains with your wit
from now on i will say things like
you are resilient, or you are extraordinary
not because i don’t think you’re beautiful
but because i need you to know
you are more than that”
―
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