“Food is the best substitute for everything, because it does not put up any resistance, but surrenders instantly.”
“One does not surrender a life in an instant. That which is lifelong can only be surrendered in a lifetime.”
“I always deserve the best treatment because I never put up with any other.”
“Is food a substitute for love? No, love is a substitute for food. And a pretty poor substitute at that.”
“Joanna nodded in agreement, not resisting, not putting up a fight of any kind.”
“Why does any kind of cynicism appeal to people? Because it seems like a mark of maturity, of sophistication, like you’ve seen everything and know better. Or because putting something down feels like pushing yourself up.”