I’ve never had any objection to appearing depraved or villainous. But I draw the line at looking like a prize idiot.

Seduction is merely encouraging a man to do something he already wants to do.

From what I was able to hear," Dane said, "Tara dumped off a surprise baby with your mother, who's planning to sell it on eBay." "Social Services," I said. "She hasn't thought of eBay yet.

The boy heaved a sigh. "I would ask to go with you," he said, " but I have to finish my lessons. I so look forward to the day when I know everything. Then I won't have to read any more books or do any more counting." Beatrix smiled. "I don't wish to be discouraging, Rye, but it's not possible to know everything." "Mama does." Rye paused reflectively. "At least, Papa says we mus t pretend she does, because it makes her happy." "Your father," Beatrix informed him with a laugh, " is one of the wisest men I've ever known.

There is no peace in poverty

Maybe he's not college-smart, but he's smart in a way they can't teach.

It would only lead to disappointment, even heartbreak, and her heart was too precious for me to let that happen.