Some things are more precious because they don't last long.

The very essence of romance is uncertainty.

In America the young are always ready to give to those who are older than themselves the full benefits of their inexperience.

"I hope to-morrow will be a fine day, Lane." "It never is, sir." "Lane, you're a perfect pessimist." "I do my best to give satisfaction, sir."

Every single work of art is the fulfillment of a prophecy; for every work of art is the conversion of an idea into an image.

People are either charming or tedious.

Nothing should be out of the reach of hope. Life is a hope.