Three things trust and cherish well- The horse on which you ride, The beast that guards and watches, And your shield-mate at your side.
Mercedes LackeyAlthough you feel relief now, this is likely to be the source of many sleepless nights for you. You will lie awake, look upon your heart, and find it unlovely. You will be certain that (...) you are the greatest of monsters. This is a good thing; although you may forgive yourself, you must never come to think that your actions were in any way justifiable. But- (...) Being a sane, honorable human being is not always comfortable.
Mercedes LackeySympathy can be addictive and can kill strong men as surely as a diet of nothing but sugar.
Mercedes LackeyI'm not a legend or a hero, I don't slay dragons, I don't do any of the things that a real hero can. But I can make things better, one day at a time, for most of the kingdom.
Mercedes Lackey