I am mad, I think. I am mad therefore I think. I am mad therefore I think I am. - Kate Atkinson

Some people were complete in themselves, as if born from the earth or the ocean, like some of the gods. Which was not a compliment. The gods were ruthlessly indifferent to humanity.

Do not equate nationalism with patriotism... Nationalism is the first step on the road to Fascism.

Kittens were in continual abundance on the farm, there was a kind of kitten currency in the neighborhood, they were bartered for all kinds of emotional regret or fulfillment by parents - a doll lost, an exam passed.