An effort made for the happiness of others lifts above ourselves.

My 'fear' is my substance, and probably the best part of me.

Franz Kafka

When the Somalians were merely another hungry third world people, we sent them guns. Now that they are falling down dead from starvation, we send them troops. Some may see in this a tidy metaphor for the entire relationship between north and south. But it would make a whole lot more sense nutritionally -- as well as providing infinitely more vivid viewing -- if the Somalians could be persuaded to eat the troops.

Barbara Ehrenreich

There are forces all around you who wish to exploit division, rob you of your freedom, and tell you what to think. But young folks can rekindle the weary spirit of a slumbering nation.

Wynton Marsalis

Some minds seem almost to create themselves, springing up under every disadvantage and working their solitary but irresistible way through a thousand obstacles.

Washington Irving, The Sketch Bo

If thou must love me, let it be for nought

Browning, Elizabeth Barrett

My Dad is my hero.

Harry Connick, Jr.

Love is a pain and to get rid of it you need more of it

warisha ali

I think the fact that I'm so well known to be gay makes it very difficult to have a convincing relationship with a woman on screen. It wouldn't be at all difficult for me to kiss a woman - I'll kiss a frog if you like.

Stephen Fry

Everyone in my family is an artist. Both my parents are painters and my mom's an opera singer. I was never shown any other way to process life.

Aleksa Palladino

Its not how strong you are, its how firm your footing is.

Clive Ollies

Stupidity gets up early; that is why events are accustomed to happening in the morning.

Karl Kraus

I couldn't find the remote control to the remote control.

Steven Wright