1. In order to rise from its own ashes, a Phoenix first must burn.
2. First forget inspiration. Habit is more dependable. Habit will sustain you whether you're inspired or not. Habit will help you finish and polish your stories. Inspiration won't. Habit is persistence in practice.
Bloodchild and Other Stories
3. The very act of trying to look ahead to discern possibilities and offer warnings is an act of hope.
