The physical contact with people who struck and trampled and killed one another seemed far worse to him than a solitary death in the purity of the waters.

Not only have people stopped trying to be attractive when they are out among other people, but they are no longer even trying not to look ugly!

Of course, these were only dreams. How could a sensible woman leave a happy marriage? All the same, a seductive voice from afar kept breaking into her conjugal peace: it was the voice of solitude.

It is the very mark of the spirit of rebellion to crave for happiness in this life

Do not read books to escape reality. Read them to understand the reality you live in.

Jesus is not asking you to sell the gospel

Beauty fades, but knowledge is eternal

Writing is hard work and bad for the health.

I didn't really realize how big I was 'til I started to tour, because being in your own neighborhood, people don't actually give you full props.

Its a little gross to put yourself in every song. I mean, how interesting do people really think you are?

The Yankees would be a much better team if they signed a proven closer instead of Tanaka.

Different areas present us with possibilities to test different theories.

Those who will not reason, perish in the act. Those who will not act, perish for that reason.