I guess mercy is a muscle like any other. You got to exercise it, or it just cramp right up.
It's early yet. It's always early, while you still alive.
The kid come in at a strange angle, made the notes glitter like crystal.
Of all the excellent copyedits I've received over the years, Marie-Lynn Hammond's was by far the best. Her work on Half Blood Blues was incredibly sensitive and astute.
What is luck but something made to run out.
Ain't no man can outrun his fate.
Folks think a lifetime is a thing stretched out over years. It ain't. It can happen quick as a match in a dark room.
Ain't no glory made from being dependable.
To me, chocolate was the sole reason we on this earth.
It's like that, I guess, when the past come to collect what you owe.
Canada kills any conversation quick, I learned long ago. It's a little trick of mine.