Civilized man longs for the illusion of barbarism. Either his culture fulfills this need by adopting its outer trappings, or he will be seduced by his first contact with a culture that does.

God I loved Sammy. I’d considered marrying him, but his wife got upset when I asked for his hand.

Life is a most precious gift of the divine.

Love is a fruit in season at all times and within reach of every hand.

Many people never grow up. They stay all their lives with a passionate need for external authority and guidance, pretending not to trust their own judgment.

We cannot live pleasantly without living wisely and nobly and righteously.

My career has kind of taken on a life of its own.

If I could have only one of my senses then I would choose hearing, Then I wouldn't feel so all alone.

A thing may be incredible and still be true; sometimes it is incredible because it is true.

If you are wise, all men will be your friends and kindred, for you will be useful.

I'm just a living witness that you can be an imperfect soldier and still be in the army fighting for God Almighty. Don't you think you got to be perfect 'cause I ain't.