Gemma Liviero Quotes

Because they are ignorant and their parents are ignorant. Because they don’t know any better.” Pastel Orphans

~ Gemma Liviero

Because they are ignorant and their parents are ignorant. Because they don’t know any better.

~ Gemma Liviero

Poor little lambs,’ says one, eyeing us constantly, as if there is something wrong with us; as if we have a condition that can’t be named.” Pastel Orphans

~ Gemma Liviero

...I feel pity that she will never fully understand what it is to be loved and forgiven, then loved even more.” Pastel Orphans

~ Gemma Liviero

She never indulged in self-pity, nor did she point the finger of blame for her misfortunes. Her heart was clear of bitterness. I believe that if a person’s strength of character is measured at the end of his or her life, it is by these qualities—qualities that allow a life to be lived, free of those restraints we place upon ourselves.

~ Gemma Liviero

She believes that everyone we meet influences us, that we need to hear their stories to learn more about ourselves.

~ Gemma Liviero