One time I saw a tiny Joshua tree sapling growing not too far from the old tree. I wanted to dig it up and replant it near our house. I told Mom that I would protect it from the wind and water it every day so that it could grow nice and tall and straight. Mom frowned at me. "You'd be destroying what makes it special," she said. "It's the Joshua tree's struggle that gives it its beauty.
Jeannette WallsYou should never hate anyone, even your worst enemies. Everyone has something good about them. You have to find the redeeming quality and love the person for that.
Jeannette WallsShe never felt sorry for herself, and that was something I decided I admired most in people.
Jeannette WallsIt's so much of what art and creativity are, being able to confront your own demons. If you can do that, you can get through just about everything.
Jeannette Walls