If suffering brought wisdom, the dentist's office would be full of luminous ideas.
If modesty disappeared, so would exhibitionism.
Good books do not make people wiser or happier--only more conscious.
Smooth white skin invites something that will leave a trace, a kiss or a slap.
I do not remember joy or sorrow in childhood, but listening for clues.
Reason argues the case, but fact may determine the judgment.