"Think how many blameless lives are brightened by the blazing indiscretions of other people."

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Source : Saki, Hector Hugh Munro (2016). “Delphi Complete Works of Saki (Illustrated)”, p.307, Delphi Classics

Hector Hugh Munro

#Thinking Quotes #People Quotes #Blazing Quotes

“If you look through all the different cultures. Right from the earliest, earliest days with the animistic religions, we have sought to have some kind of explanation for our life, for our being, that is outside of our humanity.”
“We can learn to trust ourselves by inquiring within. To practice doing this, sit quietly, close your eyes, and for a minute focus your attention on your breathing. Gently visualize your inner wisdom as a graceful butterfly. Admire her beauty, and encourage your butterfly to sit on your shoulder and whisper her wisdom in your ear. Be still and listen.”
“I titled the album Reflections because I am reflecting on my music career.”
“We must begin by acknowledging a hard truth. We will not eradicate violent conflict in our lifetimes. There will be times when nations, acting individually or in concert, will find the use of force not only necessary but morally justified.”
“Our youth must be steadfast and take advantage of the benefits of modern civilization. Do not fall prey to idleness for it shall be a curse to you and to succeeding generations. You must set yourselves us as examples of determination and hard work. Plan your time and use both your physical and mental powers purposefully and productively.”
“I have everything in boxes. Thousands of those tapes. I've saved everything.”

Source : "Patti Hansen on Keith, Drugs & Rock 'n' roll". Interview with Derek Blasberg, www.harpersbazaar.com. November 22, 2011.
“Last time I had three or four of those I crapped for three days straight!”
“What kind of a goalkeeper is the one who is not tormented by the goal he has allowed? He must be tormented! And if he is calm, that means the end. No matter what he had in the past, he has no future.”

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