“There is no such thing as luck. God arranged for our paths to cross in order to give me His assurance and the truth, and so I thank Him, and you. Good day." ... Although she was teeming with anger, humiliation, and grief, she didn't react as she had done in the past... Instead, she crossed the room with slow deliberation, feeling the gentle sway of her skirt, hearing the subtle rustle of her petticoats, conscious of the beat of her heart.” GodPowerFateToughFeelingThank Book:The Journey of Josephine Cain Source: The Journey of Josephine Cain
“There is much more to playing the clavier than playing written music. Do you realize with accompanying there is often nothing written out but the bass line--the left hand? There might be a few notations as to a suggested harmony, but it is up to me to fill in the music, at the proper volume, style, and harmony for the soloist--often instantly. I've heard it said that Bach questioned wether the soloist or the accompanist deserves the greatest glory.” MusicHarmonyBach Book:Mozart's Sister Source: Mozart's Sister
“When I read a novel I am not here. I am transported to far-off places, my eyes unseeing of the words on the page, busy with a scene being played out in my mind's eye, with my ears engaged, hearing the voices carry from the pen to the present. What a lovely place to be-not here - Just Jane (Chapter Four Page 35)” Reading Book:Just Jane Source: Just Jane
“Tea no more! Down with bustles!” HumorTeaOutrageousVictorianHigh SocietyOutcryBustlesNancy Moser Book:Masquerade Source: Masquerade