The interest in Wisdom is fading. Soon there will not be enough left to support the aphorism, even though it tries to amuse by half-mocking the Wisdom it propounds.

The eros of advertising is lurid but not specific.

Modern pictures banish depiction for interfering with the workings of paint.

You are so tactful that I have no idea what you want.

Being charming takes time and effort, and I am busy.

Bad faith makes the most of every ambiguity.

Fear of my cruel impulses makes me kind.