As a result of all this hardship, dirt, thirst, and wombats, you would expect Australians to be a dour lot. Instead, they are genial, jolly, cheerful, and always willing to share a kind word with a stranger, unless they are an American.

Anything that happens, happens.

It was one of those pictures that children are supposed to like but don't. Full of endearing little animals doing endearing things, you know?

Much to his annoyance, a thought popped into his mind. It was very clear and very distinct, and he had now come to recognize these thoughts for what they were. His instinct was to resist them.

How can I tell," said the man, "that the past isn't a fiction designed to account for the discrepancy between my immediate physical sensations and my state of mind?

Ahenny (adj.) - The way people stand when examining other people's bookshelves.

I think the problem, to be quite honest with you, is that you've never actually known what the question is.