Not one man in a thousand has either strength of mind or goodness of heart to be an atheist.

Exclusively of the abstract sciences, the largest and worthiest portion of our knowledge consists of aphorisms: and the greatest and best of men is but an aphorism.

Common sense in an uncommon degree is what the world calls wisdom.

There is one art of which people should be masters - the art of reflection.

Humor is consistent with pathos, whilst wit is not.

A great mind must be androgynous.

In Xanadu did Kubla Khan A stately pleasure-dome decree: Where Alph, the sacred river, ran Through caverns measureless to man Down to a sunless sea.

That gracious thing, made up of tears and light.

The love of a mother is the veil of a softer light between the heart and the heavenly Father.

Religion is the most gentlemanly thing in the world. It alone will gentilize, if unmixed with cant.

Poor little Foal of an oppressed race! I love the languid patience of thy face.

A baby’s laughter is the sweetest music that touches every heart.

Too many cooks spoil the broth.

I think a lot of people are afraid the truth is in conflict with God. And are unable to let go and let the truth of the world.

Out there things can happen, and frequently do, To people as brainy and footsy as you. And when things start to happen, don't worry, don't stew. Just go right along, you'll start happening too!

If life ever stops inspiring us to write, it's time to stop doing what we do.

It is very important what not to do.

The beautiful rests on the foundations of the necessary.

Transformations require that we let go of familiar ways of doing things, without yet knowing what we will do next.

I love N.Y.C.! I cant think of any individual that hates New York.

Well, for us, it's always better not to have too many expectations and to just go with the flow because then it's always a big plus no matter what happens.