Learning how to think in the midst of fear is a lesson that everyone needs to learn.

We believe in ordinary acts of bravery, in the courage that drives one person to stand up for another.

To find that place between what I want and what I think is wise.

It is impossible to erase my choices.

I ignore my fear. When I make decisions, I pretend it doesn't exist.

And don't pay attention to Christina. Your face doesn't look that bad." He smiles a little. "I mean, it looks good. It always looks good. i mean--you look brave. Dauntless." His eyes skirt mine, and he scratches the back of his head. The silence grows between us. It was a nice thing to say, but he acts like it means more than just words. I hope I am wrong. I could not be attracted to Al-- I could not be attracted to anyone that fragile. I smile as much as my bruised cheek will allow, hoping that will diffuse the tension.

In some parts of the ancient world, the hawk symbolized the sun. Back when I got this, I figured if I always had the sun on me, I wouldn't be afraid of the dark