It is not he who forms idols in gold or marble that makes them gods, but he who kneels before them.

Life is not merely to be alive, but to be well.

Why do strong arms fatigue themselves with frivolous dumbbells? To dig a vineyard is worthier exercise for men.

The spirit of the individual is determined by his dominating thought habits.

There is nothing more revolting than an old busybody.

I would not miss your face, your neck, your hands, your limbs, your bosom and certain other of your charms. Indeed, not to become boring by naming them all, I could do without you, Chloe, altogether.

Rarity gives a charm; so early fruits and winter roses are the most prized; and coyness sets off an extravagant mistress, while the door always open tempts no suitor.

Each day provides its own gifts.

Tomorrow's life is too late. Live today.

Here's a rule of life: You don't get to pick what bad things happen to you

There is no living with thee, nor without thee.

To be a devout reader was to be an acolyte of solace.

My membership has given me everything I've ever wanted.

I like marriage, family life and I wish to get married again. But opting out of an unhappy marriage was a duty toward myself & my future.

The only reason they're out there is to see me fall into the damn orchestra pit.

I think of life as an inn where I have to stay until the abyss coach arrives. I don't know where it will take me, for I know nothing.

There’s nothing more haunting than the cry of a child that cannot be returned with food — the most fundamental expectation of every human being.

You are already That which you seek.

People who care for you inevitably become beautiful.

You're nothing in America if you don't have debt.

I know it's hard to let go of people that have been with you forever. Sometimes it's time to call it a day.