There are few weapons more dangerous than our wounds, and, being wounded, there are things we all do that we would often rather die than face. But no… - Andrea Gibson

I say, I don’t believe in good people. I believe in people who are committed to knowing their own wounds intimately.

There are few weapons more dangerous than our wounds, and, being wounded, there are things we all do that we would often rather die than face.

She's heard stories of Vietnam vets
who can still feel the tingling of their amputated limbs.
She's wondering how many women are walking around this world
feeling the tingling of their amputated wings,
remembering what it was like to fly, to sing.

Ever feel like the best of you is something you're still hoping to grow into?

All living is storm chasing
Every good heart has lost its roof
Let all the walls collapse at your feet.
Scream “timber” when they ask you how you are.
“Fine” is the suckiest word, it’s the opposite of “here.