It was on my fifth birthday that Papa put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'Remember, my son, if you ever need a helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm.'

Happiness is a by-product. You cannot pursue it by itself.

One of the virtues of being very young is that you don't let the facts get in the way of your imagination.

If you want to know how your girl will treat you after marriage, just listen to her talking to her little brother.