In philosophy, the principles are more interesting than the examples. In literature, the examples are more interesting than the principles.

New York is full of abandoned churches. A Godless city, but full of superstitions on every subject--art, money, sex, food, health.

Melancholy is as seductive as Ecstasy.

The imaginary audience for my life is growing small and silent.

I have tried being surreal, but my frogs hop right back into their realistic ponds.

Language cannot say everything, fortunately.

The narcissist enjoys being looked at and not looking back.