We do not quite forgive a giver. The hand that feeds us is in some danger of being bitten. – Ralph Waldo Emerson, Essays Category: Gifts
Money is good for bribing yourself through the inconveniences of life. – Gottfried Reinhardt Category: Gifts
I hate the giving of the hand unless the whole man accompanies it. – Ralph Waldo Emerson Category: Gifts
The tapestry of history that seems so full of tragedy when viewed from the front has countless comic scenes woven into its reverse side. In truth, tragedy and comedy are the twin masks of history – its mass appeal. – José Ortega y Gasset, Historical Reason Category: History
Houses are built to live in, and not to look on: therefore let use be preferred before uniformity. – Francis Bacon Category: Home
We have to face the reality of climate change. It is arguably the biggest threat we are facing today. – William Hague Category: Change
Directing is a more pragmatic experience, where you have to deal with the restrictions of time and money that force you to make certain decisions you dont have to make when youre writing. – Charlie Kaufman Category: Experience