Not everyone's life is what they make it. Some people's life is what other people make it.
Alice WalkerBut it ain't easy, trying to do without God even if you know he ain't there, trying to do without him is a strain
Alice WalkerJust because I don't harass it like some peoples us know don't mean I ain't got religion.
Alice WalkerAs we talked of freedom and justice one day for all, we sat down to steaks. I am eating misery, I thought, as I took the first bite. And spit it out.
Alice WalkerBe nobody's darling; Be an outcast. Take the contradictions Of your life And wrap around You like a shawl, To parry stones To keep you warm. Watch the people succumb To madness With ample cheer; Let them look askance at you And you askance reply. Be an outcast; Be pleased to walk alone (Uncool) Or line the crowded River beds With other impetuous Fools. Make a merry gathering On the bank Where thousands perished For brave hurt words They said. Be nobody's darling; Be an outcast. Qualified to live Among your dead.
Alice Walker