The more learned a writer, the more digression beckons him.

Everything changes as it is written down.

Ironic and jittery, we are puzzled by the old heroes with their fighting, boasting, and cocksure lovemaking.

Don't milk the cow too hard. She will kick you.

Beware of wallflowers. They expect to have everything done for them.

The ironies in the commonplace are my inspiration and delight.

Good advice is never as helpful as an interest-free loan.