In my present situation, now that I am about to leave this world, I realize there is nothing more astonishing than a human face. (p. 66)

And she kissed me on the top of the head, which, for her, was downright flamboyant. (p. 186)

“He will wipe the tears from all faces.” It takes nothing from the loveliness of the verse to say that is exactly what will be required. (p. 246)

But hope deferred is still hope. (p. 246)