... a fellow can't predict what he will pick up in the form of influence.

It is sometimes necessary to repeat what all know. All mapmakers should place the Mississippi in the same location and avoid originality.

It's usually the selfish people who are loved the most. They do what you deny yourself, and you love them for it. You give them your heart.

It's no disgrace to be a private, you know. Socrates was a plain foot soldier, a hoplite.

Love is the most potent cosmetic.

... unless you made your life a turning point, there was no reason for existing.

Let the enemies of life step down.