Time can tick when there is no clock.

“In spite of all the refinements of civilization that conspired to make art--the…”

“Without memory there can be no insight. Without love, there can be no appreciat…”

“I confided again that I wanted him, I wanted him to share my loneliness. I want…”

“Who has a right to tell me I have no gift, no talent, no passion ...' he murmur…”