It may be that this autobiography [Aimee Semple McPherson's] is set down in sincerity, frankness, and simple effort. It may be, too, that the Statue of Liberty is situated in Lake Ontario.

Innocence is a desirable thing, a dainty thing, an appealing thing, in its place; but carried too far, it is merely ridiculous.

One more drink and I'd have been under the host.

[On the ringing of her doorbell or telephone:] What fresh hell is this?

I don't mind anything that's written about me, as long as it's not true.

Prince or commoner, tenor or bass, Painter or plumber or never-do-well, Do me a favor and shut your face - Poets alone should kiss and tell.

Love is like quicksilver in the hand. Leave the fingers open and it stays. Clutch it and it darts away.