But he was sixty-two when I was, born, and the novelty of daughters had worn away long before.

Evil people must spread their evil everywhere.

I am the perfect version of me.

Neither your mother nor I have any imagination at all and we certainly didn't bring you up to have one

This wasn't a strange place

When I'm in a state of goodness about the world, no matter what is happening, I see that goodness. But if I'm in an irritable, angry, separate state, I've shut down.

Honor is the inner garment of the Soul; the first thing put on by it with the flesh, and the last it layeth down at its separation from it.

There must be areas in which a particular character does not represent you.

Humility is the cornerstone of leadership.

A good writer can watch a cat pad across the street and know what it is to be pounced upon by a Bengal tiger.

The happiness of married life depends upon making small sacrifices with readiness and cheerfulness.

What I learned: Shun nonbelievers. Ignore critics. Do your best for people who want to dance with you.