He who waits for the sword to fall upon his neck will surely lose his head.

There is no life which does not possess its own importance, no life which may not be touched by greatness at any time -- Yes, be touched by greatness and have a hand in it. (from The Mirror of Her Dreams)

Where do you get dreams like this?

The heart cherishes secrets not worth the telling

Futility is the defining characteristic of life.

It is the responsibility of the living to make meaningful the sacrifices of the dead.

Everything dies, from the smallest blade of grass to the biggest galaxy.