Him that I love, I wish to be free -- even from me.

But I want first of all- in fact, as an end to these other desires- to be at peace with myself.

Communication with another person -- wasn't it the realest thing in life?

... the most ordinary everyday living is as delicate, as breath-taking, as difficult, takes as terrific physical and mental control and effort, as walking a tightrope.

To be deeply in love is, of course, a great liberating force.

the issue of war or peace is an issue that concerns not only experts on Foreign Affairs but every citizen of the United States.

What a circus act we women perform every day of our lives. Look at us. We run a tightrope daily, balancing a pile of books on the head. Baby-carriage, parasol, kitchen chair, still under control. Steady now! This is not the life of simplicity but the life of multiplicity that the wise men warn us of.