Even the handsomest men do not have the same momentary effect on the world as a truly beautiful woman does.

Buying a pair of shoes is one of the most optimistic acts I know, next to falling in love. I like nothing better than to see an old man wearing a brand new pair of brogues or cap-toed oxfords, preferably jaunty orange-brown, unscuffed, heels unworn. We want to be here tomorrow, but buying new shoes, like falling in love, says I plan on being here tomorrow.

Even the handsomest men do not have the same momentary effect on the world as a truly beautiful woman does.

Dogs are minor angels, and I don't mean that facetiously. They love unconditionally , forgive immediately, are the truest of friends, willing to do anything that makes us happy

Its easy to lose sight of what you want when you think you want everything.

The only two important things in life are real love and being at peace with yourself.

For an adult, eating alone at McDonald's is admitting a kind of defeat.