Sleep makes the silence and the terrible fear go by more quickly, helps pass the time, since it's impossible to kill. - Anne Frank

We are shut up here, shut away from the world, in fear and anxiety, especially just lately. Why, then, would we who love each other remain apart? Why should we wait until we've reached suitable age? Why should we bother?

We aren't allowed to have any opinions. People can tell you to keep your mouth shut, but it doesn't stop you having your own opinion. Even if people are still very young, they shouldn't be prevented from saying what they think.

This week I've been reading a lot and doing little work. That's the way things ought to be. That's surely the road to success.