You really can't say things that upset someone in print and expect them to be nice and leave you their money. That's just not reasonable.
Anne RoipheI think it is a good thing to have woman friends at every stage of life. We confide in each other, we support each other, we understand each other most of the time. Of course, sometimes we are competitive or angry or distant, too. But I do think it is important not to let the main friendships slip away in the sweep of the days.
Anne RoipheWe have to recognize that it is a very, very painful thing for people to be exposed to their social community, to be exposed in the world, as not what they would have wanted to be seen as. This is very painful and difficult for people.
Anne RoipheWhat other people think of me is not really my major concern in life. What other people think of what I write is another matter.
Anne Roiphe