I wanted to be someone, someone important. I wanted to be revered, I wanted to be respected, I wanted to be loved. I wanted it all so much that I remember thinking I would do anything for it. I would give anything for it.

“He greeted the twins like they were all from the same hood in Compton and gave …”

“I hadn’t heard her voice in so fucking long. I almost collapsed right there and…”

“Kiddo, I rarely get compliments. So I just decide to compliment myself instead.…”

“You know how I feel about your scars. They only make you more beautiful.”