A great state is a well-blended mash of something of all the people and all of none of the people. The liquor of statecraft is distilled from the mash you got.

I am the kind of a woman that likes to move on mentally from point to point, and I like for my man to be there way ahead of me. Then if he is strong and honest, it goes on from there. Good looks are not essential, just extra added attraction.

I did not just fall in love. I made a parachute jump.

I wish I could buy you for what you are really worth and sell you for what you think you're worth. I sure would make money on the deal.

I feel most colored when I am thrown against a sharp white background.

Tain't no use in you cryin' . . . But folks is meant to cry 'bout somethin' or other. Better leave things de way dey is. Youse young yet. No tellin' whut mout happen befo' you die.

Affection makes your spirit slither out from its concealing spot.