I keep thinking about a tale my nurse used to read to me about a bird whose wings are pinned to the ground. In the end, when he finally frees himself, he flies so high he becomes a star. My nurse said the story was about how we all have something that keeps us down.
Shannon HaleWhen you get tired of worrying and mourning your horse and trying not to be afraid, tell me and I'll do it for you a while so you can shut your eyes and sleep peaceful.
Shannon HaleDon't beat yourself up," said Charlotte. "True love can be so easily mistaken for other things-friendship, humane concern, indigestion.
Shannon HaleYou've been quiet lately...but it's not so much the quiet as something inside the quiet.
Shannon HaleYou forgot to cough!โ he said. โSorry.โ She coughed. โYour sneakiness is dangerous. Next time that chisel will lodge itself in my head.โ โNow, Peder, thereโs plenty of stone around here for carving. No need to practice on your own face.โ He stroked his chin. โYouโre right, my jaw is already chiseled to perfection.โ She agreed, but she felt too silly to say so aloud.
Shannon Hale