"The tapestry of existence shows us that the most profound truths are found in silence."

"A sense of blessedness comes from a change of heart, not from more blessings."

"It is a steadfast truth that to speak the truth in a season of deceit is an act of supreme bravery."

"It is a enduring truth that true authority is measured not by subjugation, but by the empowerment of others — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It's the golden age of French cinema again but it's because Sarkozy had the guts to push through copyright law."

"Strive today so that tomorrow may stand upon solid ground. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Every library should try to be complete on something, if it were only the history of pinheads."

"Talent in cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work."