I read this quote from Admiral Helena Cain (from BSG: Razor) today, and it just resonates through me:
Helena Cain (to Kendra Shaw): Yesterday you showed me that you’re capable of setting aside your fear, setting aside your hesitation - and even your revulsion, every natural inhibition that during battle can make the difference between life and death. (opens folding knife.) When you can be this, for as long as you have to be, then you’re a razor. (closes knife.) This war is forcing us all to become razors. Because if we don’t, we don’t survive. And then we don’t have the luxury of becoming simply human again. Do you understand me?
Now fair enough it’s fictional, but it represents all the toughness, resolve, and determination I strive to have. And, to be seen in full context, you can see the video here (I have chosen not to embed for those who don’t want to give into the temptation for teasers):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_oVxH-gW-8.
That is all.
