I thought society would do the right thing. Now I look around and I think -- society never does the right thing. Sometimes people do the right thing. Sometimes one person makes a difference. But civilization has rules, and I've learned them well -- never be helpless, never be sick, never be poor.

If you cannot see the bright side of life, polish the dull side.

Don't just aim high, reach it and grab some happiness along the way.

I want to talk to you. I want to listen to you. I want to walk with you and, yes, I want you in m bed. That's what I want today. That's what I'll want in a hundred years. If you promise to be my wife forever, I will pledge myself to your happiness.

Pray as if all things depend on God, and work as if all things depend on you.

Only those who row the boat make waves

I do care about real life. It's just not as interesting as what's in my books.