Then he leaned over, right there in the restaurant parking lot, and kissed me. And it wasn’t a friendship kiss, either. It was tender and real, and utterly romantic.

One of the most empowering things about being human is the fact that a single choice can change the entire direction of our lives. What are you choosing for yourself?

They can do without architecture who have no olives nor wines in the cellar

I desire no future that will break the ties of the past.

In that moment I’m able to accept the inevitability of how I feel, though not with joy. I need to talk to someone. I need to trust someone. And for whatever reason, I know, I know it’s her.

Young people feel things so deeply, don't they?' she said quietly, almost to herself. 'Everything's happening for the first time.

Lying is the same as alcoholism. Liars prevaricate even on their deathbeds.

People - whatever their race, religion, sexual preference - deserve to be treated as human beings.

Too much apology doubles the offense.

I think Michigan keeps you sane and on an even keel through the ups and downs. In Michigan, I do fireworks, shovel snow and live life.

Real difficulties can be overcome; it is only the imaginary ones that are unconquerable.