One makes a trip by day, but by night one sets out on a journey.

The thing about God, she thought, is that He usually does help, but not until you've made an effort on your own.

Some people just shouldn't be disturbed in their inclinations, whether large or small. A reminder can instantly turn enthusiasm into aversion and spoil everything.

Smell is important. It reminds a person of all the things he's been through; it is a sheath of memories and security.

One can't be too dangerous, if they like to eat pancakes. Especially with jam on it.

Someone who eats pancakes and jam can't be so awfully dangerous. You can talk to him.

Christmas always rustled. It rustled every time, mysteriously, with silver and gold paper, tissue paper and a rich abundance of shiny paper, decorating and hiding everything and giving a feeling of reckless extravagance.