"There are times in life when the question of 'knowing' whether or not you are loved no longer matters. What matters is knowing that you love."

"Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present."

"He who despairs of the human condition is a coward, but he who has hope for it is a fool."

"Charm is a way of getting the answer 'yes' without having asked any clear question."

"The world is beautiful, and outside there is no salvation."