“This is how anger works. It hardens your tender skin and gives you the illusion of being wrapped in steel”

“God, if only I were smart enough to know I'm worth more than being kept secret”

“Forget the trunk. You can have the back seat ... but you have to duck.”

“‎"The shaking of my butt can never compare to the shaking of my heart. I have no idea what I'm doing or why I'm doing it... ever. I'm scared as hell of being alone but even more frightened of having anyone know it. So with the spotlight shining above my head, I force myself to dance, waiting for the day when a boy won't edit me out for fear of public approval. I can't settle for less. I won't settle for less. And someday, I'll find him, my true love.”

“When life hands you lemons, eat and shit them out, Lemons are a natural diuretic. Shit on everyone around you. You’ll feel better.”

“A kiss means so much more when you have to fight for it.”

“This is my truth. Mom, she sees the future. Me, I can’t look beyond the past. I wish I could.”