There will always be something to ruin our lives, it all depends on what or which finds us first. We are always ripe and ready to be taken

Having found Bukowski at a tender age, I say he's the grandfather I never had. And I completely appreciate him. Without him, let's say I wouldn't know much about heavy drinking or love, sex or being kind even with an asshole exterior. Happy Birthday, I wish I had a fifth of whiskey right now to celebrate here in my room and read your books out loud.