“Right now, I could do with a little less "Carter, I need you to" and a little more, "Carter, do what you need to do." Hell, maybe even a little, "Carter, do you need help?”
“[Carter just asked when I became a ram whisperer. Do shut up, Carter]”
“You must get used to doing with as little as you can. By wantingless, you are content with less, and the less you need, the betteroff you are.”
“I caught Bast’s arm when she was a few steps from the bank.“Stay away from the water.”She frowned. “Carter, I’m a cat. I’m not going for a swim. But if you want to summon a river goddess, you really need to do it at the riverbank.”
“Have you ever wanted to put on a Santa suit?""I have always wanted to do that," said Carter gravely.”
“But maybe it's what the world needs. A little less sense, and a little more faith.”