Albertdegreat - Always Forward

“Those who fight against prophecy only draw it more tightly around their throats.”

Madeline Miller, Circe 🏺

He could see the island of Manhattan off to the left. The towers were jammed together so tightly, he could feel the mass and stupendous weight. Just think of the millions, from all over the globe, who yearned to be on that island, in those towers, in those narrow streets! There it was, the Rome, the Paris, the London of the twentieth century, the city of ambition, the dense magnetic rock, the irresistible destination of all those who insist on being where things are happening-and he was among the victors!

Tom Wolfe, The Bonfire of the Vanities (via quotespile)

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It’s important in life to conclude things properly. Only then can you let go. Otherwise you are left with words you should have said but never did, and your heart is heavy with remorse.

Yann Martel, Life of Pi (via quotespile)

the biggest mistake you can ever make is believing in a future with somebody who doesn’t see your worth

give yourself better - a.l.m (via ashleymacleanblog)

There might not be angels, but there are people who might as well be angels.

David Foster Wallace, Infinite Jest (via quotespile)

“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.” - Milton Berle

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.” - Lao Tzu