I was in total darkness now and I strained my ears to hear what was going on with my friends.
To believe in God or in a guiding force because someone tells you to is the height of stupidity. We are given senses to receive our information within. With our own eyes we see, and with our own skin we feel. With our intelligence, it is intended that we understand. But each person must puzzle it out for himself or herself.
A mother is not a person to lean on but a person to make leaning unnecessary.
It is my hope that I can assist you in getting here too.
I'm glad I didn't have to fight in any war. I'm glad I didn't have to pick up a gun. I'm glad I didn't get killed or kill somebody. I hope my kids enjoy the same lack of manhood.
Whatever you fear most has no power - it is your fear that has the power.
We have really everything in common with America nowadays except, of course, language.