Something always happens. You still have to promise stuff anyway. If you have to work to make the promises true... it's like a spell. You have to say the words every time you want the results.
Diane DuaneI may have one more 'Star Trek' novel in me, but it would be in the old universe, not the new one.
Diane DuaneBut even in your world itโs a byword. Men will fight bravely and be heroes, but for last-ditch defense against any oddsโฆ get a Mother.
Diane Duane