One demands two things of a poem. Firstly, it must be a well-made verbal object that does honor to the language in which it is written. Secondly, it must say something significant about a reality common to us all, but perceived from a unique perspective. What the poet says has never been said before, but, once he has said it, his readers recognize its validity for themselves.

Cathedrals, luxury liners laden with souls, Holding to the east their hulls of stone.

Some books are undeservedly forgotten; none are undeservedly remembered.

The eye likes novelty, but the ear craves familiarity.

I'm always amazed at the American practice of allowing one party to a homosexual act to remain passive--it's so undemocratic. Sexmust be mutual.

Time will say nothing but I told you so.

Get up very early and get going at once. In fact, work first and wash afterwards.