Isn't it sad how some people's grip on their lives is so precarious that they'll embrace any preposterous delusion rather than face an occasional bleak truth?

We're so busy watching out for what's just ahead of us that we don't take time to enjoy where we are.

Calvin: Somewhere in Communist Russia, I'll bet there's a little boy who has never known anything but censorship and oppression. But maybe he's heard of America, and he dreams of living in this land of freedom and opportunity! Someday, I'd like to meet that little boy... and tell him the awful TRUTH ABOUT THIS PLACE!! Calvin's Dad: Calvin, be quiet and eat the stupid Lima beans.

As you can see, I have memorized this utterly useless piece of information long enough to pass a test question. I now intend to forget it forever. You’ve taught me nothing except how to cynically manipulate the system. Congratulations.

I'm learning skills I will use for the rest of my life by doing homework...procrastinating and negotiation.

It's a magical world, Hobbes, ol' buddy... Let's go exploring!

Creating a life that reflects your values and satisfies your soul is a rare achievement.