The most notable thing about Time is that it is so purely relative. A large amount of reminiscence is, by common consent, conceded to the drowning man; and it is not past belief that one may review an entire courtship while removing one's gloves.

I'll give you the whole secret to short story writing. Here it is. Rule 1: Write stories that please yourself. There is no Rule 2.

Of habit, the power that keeps the earth from flying to pieces; though there is some silly theory of gravitation.

There is one day that is ours. Thanksgiving Day is the one day that is purely American.

No friendship is an accident.

Hospitality in the prairie country is not limited. Even if your enemy passes your way, you must feed him before you shoot him.

The true adventurer goes forth aimless and uncalculating to meet and greet unknown fate.