He had thrilled to his own power only in the throes of sex, when he didn’t have the presence of mind to know that pleasure wouldn’t last forever, and in the flush of freedom, when he was too innocent to know he wasn’t free.Now he seized the power that came from that collision of sex with freedom called love (Steve Erickson, Arc d’X)
People who exude genuine charm & charisma seem to possess a heightened sensitivity to the feelings of others—delivering gentle manners, gracious compliments, and sincere interest (Susan C. Young, The Art of Being: 8 Ways to Optimize Your Presence & Essence for Positive Impact)
The person earning the federal minimum wage of $7.25 isn’t going out to eat at restaurants. They’re not taking piano lessons. They’re not going to the gym or the yoga studio. They’re not sending mom flowers on Mother’s day. What good is this person in the economy? If you raise it to $15 an hour, they’re doing all of those things (Nick Hanauer)
The charming king of Arilland had fallen in love at first sight. There was no question he would soon take this beautiful stranger as his bride.Fate had brought them together. Destiny. It was intoxicating (Alethea Kontis, Enchanted)
I won’t accept anything less than forever with you (Alicia Rae, Tattooed Scars)
Theres something alluring and dangerous about him, but comforting and protective. When I think about him, my stomach knots, my heart rate quickens and…and I could go on… -Laney – Joann I. Martin Sowles, Laney
The worst form of snobbery is to deny information – to anyone at all. Always remember that. Bas as it is to look down on another human being: to act as censor? Unforgivable.
A bore is a man who deprives you of solitude without providing you with company (Gian Vincenzo Cravina)
By being natural and sincere, one often can create revolutions without having sought them (Christian Dior)
A system is only as effective as your level of commitment to it (Audrey Moralez)