Talent is required, but much of writing is a matter of craft, which develops with time, attention, patience and practice, like playing an instrument or learning to dance.

The human heart was such a complex organ, fragile and sturdy all at once.

Teachers are by nature idealists, and they believe anything can be learned.

An event in the present evokes past sensations. But science couldn't explain how a foolish heart had the power to overrule common sense.

I never felt I was incapable of succeeding because I felt confident I could always learn what I needed to know.

You are TSTL. I beg your pardon. Too stupid to live.

Here's the thing about broken hearts. You can always survive them. Always. No matter how deep the hurt, the capacity to heal and move on is even stronger.