He tried to drown his troubles but they knew how to swim.

Dad could charm a dog off a meat wagon.

It really doesn't take brains to be a politician as much as it takes stomach. Both would be nice, but in America we have accepted diminishing returns in this arena.

I still miss those I loved who are no longer with me but I find I am grateful for having loved them. The gratitude has finally conquered the loss.

People are like tea bags; you never know how strong they'll be until they're in hot water. In times of trouble, you not only discover what you truly believe but whether or not you can act on your beliefs.

So often the truth is told with hate, and lies are told with love.

It doesn't matter to me. We're still cousins in our own way. Blood's just something old people talk about to make you feel bad.