All expression, all art, is an indiscretion we commit against ourselves. This is not an 'impoverishment' but an increase in wealth, for it is in this way that we make the short hours of our lives live on beyond themselves.

In love there is no status quo.

... anything difficult to say must be shouted from the rooftops.

I judge people's charm by the ease with which I express myself in their presence.

Novels are longer than life.

All expression, all art, is an indiscretion we commit against ourselves. This is not an 'impoverishment' but an increase in wealth, for it is in this way that we make the short hours of our lives live on beyond themselves.

One is not oneself every day-fortunately.