If you can't do, you had best shut up.

How old are you Johnny" she asked. Sixteen." And what's that-a boy or a man?" He laughed. "A boy in time of peace and a man in time of war.

In old age the secret springs of human nature are apt to come out.

If you can't do, you had best shut up.

they reminded me of the biggest liar I ever knew personally. Was a farmer, too. Reputation of pretty good farmer at that, but he lied so he had to hire another man to call his pigs.

I also believe that writing becomes worthwhile and vitalized only through a full and exciting life.

Nobody can make a monkey out of anyone who isn't a monkey to start with.