Truly, the old maid is a most useful person, one of the reserve forces of the community. They talk of the superfluous woman, but what would the poor superfluous man do without her kindly presence?

Love, in the sense of spontaneous, unreflective action, spells the death of the old man.

Though you feel you're not where you're suppose to be, you shouldn't worry because that next turn that you take, it will lead you to where you wanna go.

It's daring and challenging to be young and poor, but never to be old and poor. Whatever resources of good health, character, and fortitude you bring to retirement, remember, also, to bring money.

The Christian doctrine is one that is both about individual spirituality and a parallel commitment to social justice.

I don't really think of myself as quirky; I have sort of an unusual sense of humor.

In life everything is continually in flux.

Learn about a pine tree from a pine tree, and about a bamboo plant from a bamboo plant.

Instead of loving your enemies, have no enemies to love.

You know when you're telling these little stories? Here's a good idea: have a point. It makes it so much more interesting for the listener!

There is always a state of anxiety, of searching and delving for style.