If we just allowed women and men more leeway in our culture and more acceptance, I think they would be able to make better compromises.
Tamora PierceWhy do I get the feeling that if you give me a hard time, I'll tell all of our year-mates your family nickname is Meathead?
Tamora PierceA friend had commented once that Neal had a gift for making someone want to punch him just for saying hello.
Tamora PierceYes Headwoman Azaze. But I never lie to Rosethorn. She, um, discourages it." "Evvy and I have an understanding." She grabbed the teakettle and poured hot water into the mug. "She tells me the truth, and I don't hang her in the first well we come to. It's a solution that works tolerably well for both of us.
Tamora Pierce