In many ways, the work of a critic is easy.

To not say all that can be said is the secret of discipline and economy.

We are born crying, and for good reason, ' he reflected. 'And the rest of our lives is bound to be a muted reiteration of that cry.

I don't fight without reason. I don't want war without end.

The reason why you know more funny dudes than funny chicks is that dudes are funnier than chicks.

We deny your internationalism, because it is a luxury which only the upper classes can afford.

You know, probably the notion that conservatives, Republicans, only care about the rich and that Democrats care about the poor - is that true? And nothing could be further from the truth.

I have enjoyed the trees & scenery of KY exceedingly. How shall I ever tell of the miles & miles of beauty that have been flowing into me in such measure?

The most precious gift we can offer anyone is our attention. When mindfulness embraces those we love, they will bloom like flowers.

An audience sabotages my freedom, devastates my innocence, corrupts my integrity, inhibits my great joy - and of course gives me further to fall.

My principle is to do whatever is right, and leave consequences to him who has the disposal of them.