“She was perfect. I knew this the moment she emerged from my body, white and wet and wailing. Beyond the requisite ten fingers and ten toes, the beating heart, the lungs inhaling and exhaling oxygen, my daughter knew how to scream. She knew how to make herself heard. She knew how to reach out and latch on. She knew what she needed to do to survive. I didn’t know how it was possible that such perfection could have developed within a body as flawed as my own, but when I looked into her face, I saw that it clearly was.”
Quote by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
Work
The Language of Flowers
This book delves into the rich history and cultural significance of flowers, using them as a metaphor for human emotions and relationships. more
Author
Vanessa Diffenbaugh
Vanessa Diffenbaugh is an American author of novels, born in 1978. Her works are known for their deep character development and engaging storytelling. Diffenbaugh's novels often explore social issues such as the challenges faced by teenagers, family relationships, and identity. more
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