“[Adapted and condensed Valedictorian speech:] I'm going to ask that you seriously consider modeling your life, not in the manner of the Dalai Lama or Jesus - though I'm sure they're helpful - but something a bit more hands-on, Carassius… — Marisha Pessl Copy Share Image
![“[Adapted and condensed Valedictorian speech:] I'm going to ask that you seriously consider modeling your life, not in the manner of the Dalai Lama or Jesus - though I'm sure they're helpful - but something a bit more hands-on, Carassius auratus auratus, commonly known as the domestic goldfish…” quote by Marisha Pessl](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9df/marisha-pessl-1802_clear-water_adapted-and-condensed-valedictorian-spee_1863158.jpg)