Euthanasia ... is simply to be able to die with dignity at a moment when life is devoid of it.

One is as one is, and the love that can't encompass both is a poor sort of love.

performance is an act of faith.

The process of maturing is an art to be learned, an effort to be sustained.

Until we know what motivates the hearts and minds of men we can understand nothing outside ourselves, nor will we ever reach fulfillment as that greatest miracle of all, the human being.

flirtation ... is a graceful salute to sex, a small impermanent spark between one human being and another, between a man and a woman not in need of fire.

Ribbons a-flutter and orchids a-tremble, Yearly the vigilant Daughters assemble, Affirming in fervid and firm resolutions Their permanent veto on all revolutions.