"I am not at all disposed to be sentimental."

"I am not able to write as fast as I could wish, and I am afraid I shall never be able to finish my novel."

"I am not at all in love with the hero, but I very much approve of him."

"I have been listening to some very dull music, and have just been relieved by the entrance of a fat lady."

"Run mad as often as you choose, but do not faint!"