And then I sez—‘How is anybody a-goin’ to live pattern lives, when they are a-starvin' to death? And how is anybody a-goin’ to enjoy religion when they are a-chokin’?

I think my dad is the only Arabic descendent who is an unsuccessful businessman.

Nobody's irreplaceable, including me. I think for too long we've had a cult of personality in this company and in this industry, and frankly, I'd like to see that diminish.

They danced by the light of the moon.

What an immense power over life is the power of possessing distinct aims.

A magician is an actor playing the part of a magician.

I am going to go out a winner if I have to find a high school race to win my last race.

You can turn your goals into gold.

There is not a single spot between Christianity and atheism, upon which a man can firmly fix his foot.

He sounds like Jesus. Except rich and sexy.” “Watch it, Meg. In this town joking about Jesus could get you shot. You’ve never seen so many of the faithful who’re armed.

Tomorrow's realities come from our beliefs today.