I don't want to always be 'the best I can be.' I just want to be me.

Hey, Carlos," the Professor says when he walks in. "How was REACH?" "It sucked." "Can you be more specific?" my guardian asks. "It really sucked," I elaborate, sarcasm dripping from every word.

I want to live life on my own terms.

I wish I could turn back time, but I can't. I made a stupid decision because I thought I was invincible, and I'll pay for it the rest of my life.

You’re dangerous,” he says. “Why?” “Because you make me believe in the impossible

...there's no rule book or game plan when it comes to the grim realities of our lives.

Feelings can't be a part of this game.