Wasn't that awesome?" Seth asked. Warren cocked his head, his expression mildly embarrassed. "I'm sorry, Kendra--it was pretty cool." "All boys belong in insane asylums," Kendra said.

The only thing that would make her jealous would be if I led a parade riding a unicorn while ballerinas sang love songs.

We must set aside our wishes and give heed to reality. Nobody can accept the truth while hiding from it. When a decision matters, we have to stare at the truth unflinchingly. Only then can we find peace in our choices.

Sometimes the most preposterous lies are the most believable.

Being smart can make happiness elusive. Being REALLY smart can help you find it in more places than most.

Smart people learn from their mistakes. But the real sharp ones learn from the mistakes of others.

Some imagine the difference between heaven and hell to be a matter of geography. Not so. The difference is much more evident in the individuals who dwell there.