Quotes from Charles Casillo

No need to act all hoity-toity. Aloofness is a bore. We're all lonely in one way or another.

Dear God, please don't close my eyes to realities. I'd rather stand aware and trembling before each betrayal, face--diminished and disappointed--every lie. Don't, God, allow me to become susceptible to some crafty masquerade. In my bed, I'd rather lay in darkness between myself and my self...touching only uncertainty or holding on to You.

Every personal story, every secret, every vulnerability you share with someone is a potential weapon that you're placing in that person's hand.

Marilyn Monroe had an incredible sweetness that touched us and a gentle soul that blazed. Now that she's gone, we're still reaching for the glow - willing to grab what light we can.

She had an incredible sweetness that touched us, and a gentle soul that blazed. Now that she's gone, we're still reaching for the glow - willing to grab what light we can." - Charles Casillo

Being condescending, rude, or insulting says more about you than your intended target. Your words boomerang right back at you--and you're the one who looks like a fool.

I think it's very important to live a varied and interesting life before you try to write one.

So often people look at me and see something else. I wish I could take the time to present everyone in the world with the real me and explain myself, because I do want people to like me. Too often people look at you and see their own reflection staring back.

It's hard enough to live...let alone 'create.

Dear God, please don't grant me one of those magic mirrors. The ones that make a person see only what they want to believe about themselves--not as others actually see them. I'd rather be aware of myself, including the flaws, and keep it real. Amen.

Some authors say they write to keep from going insane. I say,why limit yourself?