A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.

So long, Pop! I'm off to check my tiger trap!

The only permanent rule in Calvinball is that you can never play it the same way twice! (Calvin)

Once it's too late, you appreciate what a miracle life is.

If you can't win by reason, go for volume.

Dad, how do soldiers killing each other solve the world's problems?

I wonder if you can refuse to inherit the world.