Brother to a Dragonfly Quotes

“Where did it all begin? I still don’t know. But I remember. I remember you. I remember us. Some day I’ll write it all down. I’ll write that book you were always going to write. But never did. It’ll be your story, Brother—the story of Joe.”
― Will D. Campbell, Brother to a Dragonfly

“I brought you some fresh eggs for your breakfast. And here’s a cake. And some potato salad.” It means, “I love you. And I am sorry for what you are going through and I will share as much of your burden as I can.” And maybe potato salad is a better way of saying it.”
― Will D. Campbell, Brother to a Dragonfly

“Those who had light bread and bologna sandwiches tried to eat where everyone could see them. The ham and biscuit crowd ate as far from everyone else as they”
― Will D. Campbell, Brother to a Dragonfly

“Happiness was not something promised. Happiness was not a part of the contract. If it came, we experienced it without naming it. If it didn’t, we couldn’t complain, not aware that we were due it or that it even existed. No one ever said, “I’m not happy living with you so I’m leaving.” Sister:”
― Will D. Campbell, Brother to a Dragonfly

“Our poverty became a reality. Not because of our having less, but by our neighbors having more.”
― Will D. Campbell, Brother to a Dragonfly