Allison > Allison's Quotes

“One might have all sorts of reasons for avoiding people. It's none of our business.”
― Iris Murdoch, The Green Knight

“Rowl reminded himself that cats were eternally patient, and that he would not simply explode if he did not fling himself from Littlemouse's arms and go exploring. Which was not to say that he could not do so if he wished, because cats were also their own masters. He decided that his patience was practically legendary- which was fortunate...”
― Jim Butcher, The Aeronaut's Windlass

“A more capable cat is never impressed by a less capable cat.”
― Jim Butcher, The Aeronaut's Windlass

“Pain is a byproduct of life. That’s the truth. Life sometimes sucks. That’s true for everyone. But if you don’t face the pain and the suck, you don’t ever get the other things either. Laughter. Joy. Love. Pain passes, but those things are worth fighting for. Worth dying for.”
― Jim Butcher, Vignette