Building Stories Quotes

“The whole experience reminded me of my own 'old lady' phase that I went through in high school while I was reading Somerset Maugham... The embroidered sweaters, the costume jewelry... I remember genuinely WANTING to be old then, to act as if the business of my life was already all but over, and that I was preternaturally wise because of it...

God, the stupid things you'll do to try and meet boys...”
― Chris Ware, Building Stories

“It's somehow more comforting to imagine that one's suffering is unique, and to measure against what one doesn't know, rather than against what one does.”
― Chris Ware, Building Stories

“I mean, if all we are is bundles of energy... what is a 'hug' anyway?... and how can we ever really touch each other?”
― Chris Ware, Building Stories

“Newly Found Sugary Spill: Tastes Like Dried Spit or Old Soda”
― Chris Ware, Building Stories

“Even the disappointing diffusion of a sheer curtain can suggest the most colorful bouquet of unspeakable secrets.”
― Chris Ware, Building Stories

“...the nest is agiggle with excitement.”
― Chris Ware, Building Stories