It is less mortifying to believe one's self unpopular than insignificant, and vanity prefers to assume that indifference is a latent form of unfriendliness.

In the dissolution of sentimental partnerships it is seldom that both associates are able to withdraw their funds at the same time.

Nothing is more perplexing to a man than the mental process of a woman who reasons her emotions.

[I]t's safer to be fond of dangerous people.

They are all alike you know. They hold their tongues for years and you think you're safe, but when the opportunity comes they remember everything.

I discovered early that crying makes my nose red, and the knowledge has helped me through several painful episodes.

And you'll sit beside me, and we'll look, not at visions, but at realities.