I used to not back down from a challenge.

I regarded drugs as somewhat like rattlesnakes - it's possible to pick one up without getting bit, but why bother?

I like it that order exists somewhere even if it shatters near me.

I revear all the gods but those that delight in cruelty. If Ra's light is kindly in your eyes than may his light shine on us all.

I had, of course, no model for that sort of woman being married, but I can make that up as I go along.

Now my mother, interestingly enough, was not a feminist in her own mind.

Having to struggle gave me the chance to demonstrate strength of character.