“Goodness was not a trait you acquired; it was a value you practiced when you were on the verge of doing evil.”

“But I want you around even when I don't need you. —Jeremy Richards”

“To give good hugs you have to have some soft places. —Jeremy Richards”

“Dying ain't important. Everyone does that. What's important is how well you do your living.”

“But there are times when a tree can no longer withstand the pain inflicted on it, and the wind will take pity on that tree and topple it over in a mighty storm. All the other trees who witnessed the evil look down upon the fallen tree with envy. They pray for the day when a wind will end their suffering. I pray for the day when God will end mine.”

“If I canot know your name, may I light a lamp so I can see your face?'If you sould ever see my face, you will lose me forever.' Why?' Psyche wanted to know. 'Are you ugly? Are you afraid I won't love you if I see your face?'Perhaps I am afraid that if you see my face, it will be THAT that you will love and not me.' I understand, believe me. I know what that feels like.”

“How can I love you if I don't know what hurts you?”