"There is a certain kind of person who is so dominated by the desire to be loved for himself alone that he has constantly to test those around him by tiresome behavior; what he says and does must be admired, not because it is intrinsically admirable, but because it is his remark, his act. Does not this explain a good deal of avant-garde art?"

-- W. H. Auden

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“Marriage is an undertaking that requires focused time and attention to prepare effectively.”
“Just don't take any class where you have to read BEOWULF.”
“The Gospel does not require anything good that man must furnish: not a good heart, not a good disposition, no improvement of his condition, no godliness, no love either of God or men…….. It plants love into his heart and makes him capable of all good works. It demands nothing, but it gives all. Should not this fact make us leap for JOY?”
“President Obama had lunch with Republican leaders at the White House today and had to do without salt, pepper and butter. Not for dietary reasons. The Republicans refused to pass anything.”
“Why get rid of Chamberlain to put in Halifax? It's like getting rid of the organ-grinder to put in the monkey.”
“In the studio, if they need to come down to the floor, things are a bit pushy, although it is easier for them to say things directly rather than through about five people.”
“Conspiracies no sooner should be formed Than executed.”
“I think women want to look beautiful. I think that's an important thing. It is relevant.”

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