There are hidden contradictions in the minds of people who "love Nature" while deploring the "artificialities" with which "Man has spoiled Nature.'" The obvious contradiction lies in their choice of words, which imply that Man and his artifacts are not part of "Nature" : but beavers and their dams are.

Ability is a wonderful thing, but its value is greatly enhanced by dependability. Ability implies repeatability and accountability.

Death isn't funny." "Then why are there so many jokes about death? Jill, with us — us humans — death is so sad that we must laugh at it.

Taxes are not levied for the benefit of the taxed.

Love is that condition in which the happiness of another person is essential to your own.

Ninety percent of all human wisdom is the ability to mind your own business.

Decency is not news; it is buried in the obituaries - but it is a force stronger than crime.