Sometimes the gift of an inquisitive nature to the young can be greater than that of the wisdom which comes of age.

Where's the point in fighting and slaying if you can make a friend out of anybeast instead of a foe?

Knowledge is a thing that one cannot have enough of. It is the fruit of wisdom, to be eaten carefully and digested fully, unlike that lunch you are bolting down, little friend.

I wrote about a bird that cleaned a crocodile's teeth. The story was so good that my teacher could not believe that a ten-year-old could write that well. I was even punished because my teacher thought I'd lied about writing it! I had always loved to write, but it was then that I realized that I had a talent for it.

I enjoy walking my dog and completing crossword puzzles.

Weapons may be carried by creatures who are evil, dishonest, violent or lazy. The true warrior is good, gentle and honest. His bravery comes from within himself; he learns to conquer his own fears and misdeeds. —Matthias

There is no greater evil than killing. I don't care whether they call it war or justice. Life is precious.