The planting of trees is the least self-centered of all that we can do. It is a purer act of faith than the procreation of children.
Thornton WilderWhen you're safe at home you wish you were having an adventure; when you're having an adventure you wish you were safe at home.
Thornton WilderBut such occasions of excellence became less and less frequent. As her technique became sounder, [her] sincerity became less necessary.
Thornton Wilder