"It’s so hard to forget pain, but it’s even harder to remember sweetness.
We have no scar to show for happiness. We learn so little from peace."

"

“This is the one.” The universe assures me from behind the counter.

“But I thought you said the last one was the one.” I reply.

“No.” Says the universe. “I sold you that one so you would know that this, this is the one.”

“Is there another one?” I ask the universe.

“I can’t tell you.” They reply. “It’d ruin the surprise.”

"The great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do."

"When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hold on"

"I myself am made entirely of flaws, stitched together with good intentions. "

"Every person in this world gets hurt and the world does not have the obligation to protect you. Not because you’re a good person or you have a kind heart, you’ll be able to avoid pain; or you will never be left or be fooled by the one you love."

"Lovers come and go, but friends go on and on"

"That’s the difference between me and the rest of the world! Happiness isn’t good enough for me! I demand euphoria!"

"What the hell is instant? Nothing is instant. Instant rice takes five minutes, instant pudding an hour. I doubt that an instant of blinding pain feels particularly instantaneous"