The more obscure our tastes, the greater the proof of our genius.

Because beautiful things never last. Not roses nor snow… And not fireworks, either

Most of the mess that is called history comes about because kings and presidents cannot be satisfied with a nice chicken and a good loaf of bread.

For mad I may be, but I will never be convenient.

History is a Rorschach test, people. What you see when you look at it tells you as much about yourself as it does about the past.

Together in our house, in the firelight, we are the world made small.

Hope is the crystal meth of emotions. It hooks you fast and kills you hard.

The greenest of pastures are right here on earth.

He's wearing boots, a kilt, and a long-sleeve tee. No coat, even though it's December. Beautiful people don't need coats. They've got their auras to keep them warm.

I'm wishing he could see that music lives. Forever. That it's stronger than death. Stronger than time. And that its strength holds you together when nothing else can.

When you can write music that endures, bravo. Until then, keep quiet and study the work of those who can.

If everything seems under control, you're not going fast enough.

I am not confined to the standard of society. I am breaking barriers.

The rung of a ladder was never meant to rest upon, but only to hold a man's foot long enough to enable him to put the other somewhat higher.

The training of the mind is an art. If this can be considered art, one's life is art.

Strength is for service, not status

I would turn on the TV, but its so embarassing.

Why can't you just get married in Las Vegas like normal Americans?

Someone could walk into this room and say your life is on fire.

I am a great friend to public amusements; for they keep people from vice.

I love cable, but not because you can show boobies and say the F-word. I love it because you have more time to think. That's the blessing of it.