وحتى لو كان قد تبقى من حياتك يوم واحد يشبه اليوم الذي سبقه ، فإن ذلك يدعو للرثاء . ففي كل لحظة ، ومع كل نفس جديد ، يجب على المرء أن يتجدد ويتجدد ثاني… - Elif Şafak

There were many odd things about human beings. They thought insects were disgusting but felt lucky when a ladybird landed on their fingers. They detested rats but loved squirrels. While they found vultures repulsive, they thought eagles impressive. They despised mosquitoes and flies, but were fond of fire-flies. Even though copper and iron were medicinally important, it was gold that they worshipped instead. They took no notice of the stones under their feet but went mad for polished gems.

تعلمت أن أتقبل الشوكة والودة معاً، مساوئ الحياة ومحاسنها

Imagination was a dangerously captivating magic for those compelled to be realistic in life, and words could be poisonous for those destined always to be silenced.