He is cautious. He ought to be. But he is NOT slow. Lee is a phenomenon. He is the only man whom I would follow blindfolded.

My religious belief teaches me to feel as safe in battle as in bed. God has fixed the time for my death. I do not concern myself about that, but to be always ready, no matter when it may overtake me.

The patriot volunteer, fighting for country and his rights, makes the most reliable soldier on earth.

Duty is ours; consequences are God's.

I want my army to be an army of the living God.

The only winner today is big business.

Never take counsel of your fears.

People who are anxious to bring on war don't know what they are bargaining for; they don't see all the horrors that must accompany such an event.

There are but few commanders who properly appreciate the value of celerity.

You may be whatever you resolve to be.

We must make this campaign an exceedingly active one. Only thus can a weaker country cope with a stronger; it must make up in activity what it lacks in strength.

But mom's been depressed ever since her last boyfriend turned out to be a Republican.

There are many things in this unhappy world we cannot alter. We must learn to live with our lot and find peace with ourselves.

... The continuation of her life was more than another day of breathing, but was the gift of another day of engagement with her beloved across the spectrum of all things.

Fame and recognition break all scandals

In my life nothing goes wrong. When things seem to not meet my expectations, I let go of how I think things should be. It's a matter of not having any attachment to any fixed outcome.

The mongoose I want under the stairs when the snakes slither by.

I really didn't know who Dario [Argento] was. I didn't know who Harvey Keitel was. It was a wonderful experience, though.

We should have a bond of sympathy for all sentient beings, knowing that only the depraved and base take pleasure in the sight of blood and suffering.

Well, I don't have much competition here." "You don't have much competition anywhere.

Now see that noble and most sovereign reason, Like sweet bells jangled, out of tune and harsh.