And he had a dog, a nice dog. He couldn’t be too evil or dangerous if he had such a great dog.

That was how people got through life, he supposed: by acknowledging death and telling it, “Not today.

But the thought of New Zealand instantly sent her mind to Watson, the possibly-Australian, possibly-Kiwi, definitely paranormal young fellow with videos of dead guys on his phone.

So we came to say hello. To the world’s grouchiest person. Because that’s such fun.

Eventually the real world intruded again, and Sophie had to return to campus—woefully behind on homework, but incandescently in love.

Did I mention really, really jealous.

Being around her now was nine parts bliss and one part torment. And he wanted it to last as long as possible.

To respect the dignity of a relationship also implies accepting the end when it comes. Except in my mind, except in my dreams, where the aftertaste of her still lingers.

A New Year, all things new!

Poetry involves the mysteries of the irrational perceived through rational words.

Going to school is an everyday process; it isn't something we accomplish and are all done with.

Can I remember "I remember lots," I say. How much of what I remember is true is another matter.

You don't live forever, at least in this life.

I want there to be tons and tons and tons and tons of movies starring women.

You draw the character from all angles - side, profile, back, etc. so the animator has this character in all the ways it looks like.

My face is so pretty, you don’t see a scar, which proves I’m the king of the ring by far.

Taxes are not levied for the benefit of the taxed.