"Character is formed, not by laws, commands, and decrees, but by quiet influence, unconscious suggestion and personal guidance."

“The audiences are really different in general. Even in the same country or in the same city, from one venue to another, the audiences can be totally different.”

“I have learned that in every circumstance that comes my way, I can choose to respond in one of two ways: I can whine or I can worship! And I can't worship without giving thanks. It just isn't possible. When we choose the pathway of worship and giving thanks, especially in the midst of difficult circumstances, there is a fragrance, a radiance, that issues forth out of our lives to bless the Lord and others.”

“Patch wasn't the kind of guy mothers smiled on. He was the kind of guy they changed the house locks for.”

Source : Becca Fitzpatrick (2013). “The Complete Hush, Hush Saga: includes Hush, Hush; Crescendo; Silence and Finale”, p.169, Simon and Schuster

“You can't be fat and fast, too; so lift, run, diet and work.”

“I would love you all the day, every night we would kiss and play, if with me you'd fondly stray, over the hills and far away.”

“I've had tinnitus for about ten years, and since I started protecting my ears it hasn't got any worse - touch wood.”

“Writing is conscience, scruple, and the farming of our ancestors.”

Source : Edward Dahlberg (1964). “Alms for oblivion: essays”

“I eat really healthy, and if I'm tired, I take a nap.”