"   I fall in love all the time. With music, film, poetry. A smile. A bum. But rarely the whole of someone.   "

"   I cured myself of shyness when it finally occurred to me that people didn’t think about me half as much as I gave them credit for. The truth was, nobody gave a damn. Like most teenagers, I was far too self-centered. When I stopped being prisoner to what I worried was others’ opinions of me, I became more confident and free.   "

"   A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life   "

"   My God,” he gasped, “you’re fun to kiss.   "

"   Use half for quality basics, and half for impulse buys that will brighten your wardrobe (a belt, a bag, costume jewelry). Even on an average buduget, there are plenty of ways to achieve a great look—you’ll find you need less than you think. A few really good sweaters, jackets, and coats will be far better: quality not quantity. Know how to eliminate non-essentials; saying to yourself “I’ll keep this to wear when I’m painting the house,” never works! Learn how to give things away; there are all too many people in need, and plenty of organizations to help them. One thing’s for sure: a well-organized closet with a few choice pieces is the best way to start the day.   "

"   Work hard in silence, let your success be your noise.   "

"   I hope you read some fine books and kiss someone who thinks you’re wonderful, and don’t forget to make some art — write or draw or build or sing or live as only you can.   "

"   He looked at her the way all women wanted to be looked at by a man.   "

"   So keep your head high, keep your chin up, and most importantly, keep smiling. Because life’s a beautiful thing, and there’s so much to smile about.   "

"   Read books. Care about things. Get excited. Try not to be too down on yourself. Enjoy the ever present game of knowing.   "

"   I’m tired of being considered vapid for liking pop music or caring about fashion as if these things inherently lack substance, or as if the things I enjoy somehow make me a lesser person.   "