The ultimate in futility is owning important jewelry. Insurers often insist on the wearing of paste replicas because necks with real rocks around 'em risk wringing.

When young, you're shocked by the number of people who turn out to have feet of clay. Older, you're surprised by the number of people who don't.

Accepting blame when it's not really due sometimes makes the point better.

If you're looking for perfection, look in the mirror. If you find it there, expect it elsewhere.

The only unforgivable sin: Being unforgiving.

When you don't want something enough to make the effort, making an effort is a waste.

After 40, one's face begins to tell more than one's tongue.