Life goes on and on after one's luck has run out. Youthfulness persists, alas, long after one has ceased to be young.

People as a rule do mean much more than they understand.

The darkness of sin is a cords of deceit.

Humor is a social lubricant that helps us get over some of the bad spots.

When I first met Billy I thought about sucking his eyes right out of their sockets. They’re like turquoise gum drops.

Any game becomes important when you know and love the players.

These days, even out of office, I still read economic reports.

Fear isn’t only a guide to keep us safe; it’s also a manipulative emotion that can trick us into living a boring life … the great stories go to those who don’t give in to fear.

Pack your bags, we're going on a guilt trip!

The Tin Woodman knew very well he had no heart, and therefore he took great care never to be cruel or unkind to anything.

A discriminating irreverence is the creator and protector of human liberty.

It's always great when you want scientific fact to get a really good science fiction writer to talk to you about it.