Lesley M.M. Blume is an acclaimed journalist, author, and cultural historian known for her compelling narratives and meticulous research. She has contributed to prestigious publications like Vanity Fair and The Wall Street Journal. Blume's notable works include "Everybody Behaves Badly," which explores the creation of Hemingway's "The Sun Also Rises." Her insightful storytelling often delves into historical and cultural landscapes, capturing the essence of pivotal moments and figures.
If you believe in yourself, anything is possible.
You can't predict what will happen, or how you will feel, or what will come of any of it.
It's never too late to make new friends.
Pity is what people feel when they can't do anything else.
Sometimes fear is the only thing that keeps us from doing utterly foolish things.
The most important thing in life is to always be honest with oneself.
Change is often the only way to really grow.
True friendship is about being there for each other no matter what.
Sometimes, the hardest thing is to forgive oneself.
It's okay to be different, it's what makes us unique.
Adventures are what make life truly exciting.
Learning to trust others is a brave and beautiful thing.