I never would start writing before midnight and I would finish at, like, seven in the morning.

In real life, I assure you, there is no such thing as algebra.

Think before you speak. Read before you think.

My favorite animal is steak.

The conversational overachiever is someone whose grasp exceeds his reach. This is possible but not attractive.

A hobby is, of course, an abomination, as are all consuming interests and passions that do not lead directly to large, personal gain.

As a teenager you are at the last stage in your life when you will be happy to hear that the phone is for you.

Children are the most desirable opponents at scrabble as they are both easy to beat and fun to cheat.

There are two modes of transport in Los Angeles: car and ambulance. Visitors who wish to remain inconspicuous are advised to choose the latter

I've done the calculation and your chances of winning the lottery are identical whether you play or not.

Ask your child what he wants for dinner only if he's buying.

When one is down due to trials on earth evil sees an opening to attack. You with God are more powerful than satan ~ every time.

Real transformation requires real honesty. If you want to move forward — get real with yourself.

Every skill you acquire doubles your odds of success.

Remember, nobody changes the world on their own.

And Tragedy should blush as much to stoop To the low mimic follies of a farce, As a grave matron would to dance with girls.

The next kiss deepened, became more urgent, needy. There was no space between them, and she could feel he enjoyed their closeness. Riley heard him moan and they reluctantly broke apart.

You can define how strong a democracy is by how its government treats ... the child of the state.

I remember I picked up a person from the street who was nearly eaten up with maggots, and he said, I have lived like an animal, but I am going to die like an angel, loved and cared for.

I also got a chance to go to the American Museum in New York, which helped my interest.

I think goodness is about how person behaves to person, and also person to world, to nature.