There are things that don't deserve to be said briefly.

We must watch over our modesty in the presence of those who cannot understand its grounds.

A married couple are well suited when both partners usually feel the need for a quarrel at the same time.

Literature: proclaiming in front of everyone what one is careful to conceal from one's immediate circle

The books one has written in the past have two surprises in store: one couldn't write them again, and wouldn't want to.

We give others praise which we ourselves don't believe, as long as they respond with praise we can believe.

To be adult is to be alone.