I, who have no sisters nor brothers, look with some degree of innocent envy on those who may be said to be born to friends...

Her face looked ugly in the attempt to avoid tears; it was an ugliness which bound him to her more than any beauty could have done. It isn't being happy together, he thought as though it were a fresh discovery, that makes one love--it's being unhappy together.

Understand that happiness is not based on possessions, power, or prestige, but on relationships with people you love and respect.

Never forget the nine most important words of any family- I love you. You are beautiful. Please forgive me.

United we stand, divided we fall.

No one leaves an old friend unless they are ashamed.

Falling in love is accidental, staying in love is intentional, and growing in love is delightful.

When the storm comes it is your soulmate who pulls out the umbrella and shelters you until the rainbow comes.

If the final chapter of your life story is written by love, you are guaranteed a happy ending.

A kiss is the only thing you can throw at someone without being held criminally responsible.

The distance between you and the door when you have had enough of your spouse is love.

If the Great Way perishes there will morality and duty. When cleverness and knowledge arise great lies will flourish. When relatives fall out with one another there will be filial duty and love. When states are in confusion there will be faithful servants.