Thetis knew this woman had conquered the unconquerable, without knowing she had done so.

If you truly hope to win her over, be as honest with yourself as with her.

I would not trade one day of our life for all the gold in the citadel.

Life is to be tended like these trees and those vines.' He pointed across the field to the vineyard hanging with ripened fruit. 'Be mindful of the words and deeds you plant, for they will root and grow whatever you intend. It can be a blessing or a curse. And prune away the dead and sick from your life, making way for new.