remember this: no matter how politely or distinctly you ask a Parisian a question he will persist in answering you in French.

Children are rarely in the position to lend one a truly interesting sum of money. There are, however, exceptions, and such children are an excellent addition to any party.

The 3 questions of greatest concern are:, 1) Is it attractive?, 2) Is it amusing?, 3) Does it know its place?

Middle class was defined by having certain values and only a certain amount of money. But this new middle class seems to have absolutely no values and an unlimited amount of money.

I walk a lot in New York, not for the exercise but to get from place to place, and because it's the way of having the least contact with human beings.

If thine enemy offend thee, give his child a drum.

I am not... totally unreceptive to colour providing it makes its appearance quietly, deferentially, and without undue fanfare.