The irrational may be attractive in the abstract, but not in cab drives, dinner guests, or elderly relatives.
My thought has been shaped by books; my desires by pictures.
Whatever is spoken of acquires a certain existence.
Great talkers do not stop for breath, and never look at the clock.
The desire to perform impedes conversation.
Pessimists fear becoming the dupes of Hope. Optimists enjoy Hope's company, and consider being duped no great matter.