It feels like some part of me that was curled down and waiting in the dark has risen, and now stands stretching and strong in the sunshine. I knew it.

Never be afraid of doing the thing you know in your heart is right, even if others don't agree.

Oh just wait. It takes a lot of time, that's all...You'll have come to a certain kind of appreciation that moves beyond all the definitions of love you've ever had. A certain richness happens only later in life. I guess its' a kind of mellowing. p 80 talking about marriage and husbands

Remember me in your dreams, as I will you.

Ruth has friends like other people have wardrobes. I mean that there's someone for every occasion.

For all it's problems and difficulties, life is mostly a wonderful experience, and it is up to each person to make the most of each day. I hope you are successful in your life, but look to the heavens and the earth and especially to other people to find your real wealth. Wherever I am, wherever you go, know that my love goes with you.

As a writer, you should have a sticky soul; the act of continually taking things in should be as much a part of you as your hair color.