But somewhere, a child surprises himself with his endurance, his quick mind, his dexterous hands. Somewhere a child accomplishes with ease that which usually takes great effort. And this child, who has been blind to his past, but his heart still beats for the thrill of the race, this child's soul awakens. And a new champion walks among us.
Garth SteinUsing a dog as a narrator has limitations and it has advantages. The limitations are that a dog cannot speak. A dog has no thumbs. A dog can't communicate his thoughts except with gestures.
Garth SteinAny problems that may occur have ultimately been caused by you, because you are responsible for where you are and what you are doing there.
Garth SteinYour car goes where your eyes go. Lonliness is unable to survive without a willing host.
Garth Stein