I am not retiring. Writers don't retire. Writers never stop writing.

American closets are filled with once-worn clothes that got a bad review from a friend on their first appearance.

Those to whom his word was revealed were always alone in some remote place, like Moses. There wasn't anyone else around when Mohammed got the word either. Mormon Joseph Smith and Christian Scientist, Mary Baker Eddy, had exclusive audiences with God. We have to trust them as reporters--and you know how reporters are. They'll do anything for a story.

I dislike loud-mouthed patriots who suggest they like our country more than I do. Some people's idea of patriotism is hating other countries.

Most of us believe everyone has a right to his own opinion - as long as it agrees with ours.

People like to say, "You're only as old as you feel," but it isn't true. It's just something old people say to make themselves feel good about their age. You're as old as you are.

Once you pass forty, a dime isn't worth bending over to pick up if you drop one.