My wish is to ride the tempest, tame the waves, kill the sharks. I will not resign myself to the usual lot of women who bow their heads and become concubines.

It takes a lot of courage to let go of things that hurt us. But when we finally do - we are free.

Battling busyness is a community response.

When compelled to cook I produce a meal that would make a sword swallower gag.

What I wish to show when I paint is the way I see things with my eyes and in my heart.

Those allies who failed to join us will regret it. They're making a mistake.

I love having a boyfriend but need to be secure on my own first.

The Story of Solomon is the only way I know how to explain. And then, in smaller letters: Forgive me.

Where are the cops when you need them? (Nick) Probably eating beignets. As the old saying goes, when seconds count, the police are just minutes away. (Caleb)

But O, sick children of the world, Of all the many changing things In dreary dancing past us whirled, To the cracked tune that Chronos sings, Words alone are certain good.