It takes great courage and determination, to keep looking for light in all the darkness of life.

She hated him and loved him, longed for him and loathed him, and cursed herself for feeling anything at all

No rebellious heart is ever at ease with paths established by others.

It's such an extraordinary supple medium that you never do quite know what paint will do.

Where I grew up in the North-east, the community there, and the way people relate to one another, goes very deep. But I don't define myself as a Northerner in that I don't live in the North.

Let's continue to stand up for those who are vulnerable to being left out or marginalized.

We don't need no stinking badges!

Untouchability is a hydra-headed monster.

You can tell a lot about a person by what’s on their playlist.

The wounds of conscience always leave a scar.

A wise ruler takes advice, but should never be seen to take it. Let them think you know more than you do. It will not harm them, and it will help you.