Money bought freedom; without it one could never be free.

The harp sounds at each passing breeze, but that does not mean the tune is masterfully played.

Why use profanity in real life and writing? Because sometimes 'darn it' just doesn't cut it.

His fingers wrapped around the smooth metal handle, and he eased the knife from its sweat-patinaed leather sheath and weaved the blade skillfully through the air. While it didn't have the impression of a Fae-forged blade, he did feel something alive within the mortal steel as if the old blade had drunk deeply of blood and continued to thirst.

I've read 'Valley of the Dolls' at least four times. It's so epic!

A man must feel he runs things, but as long as you control yourself, you control him.