[T]he departing world leaves behind… not an heir, but a pregnant widow. – Alexander Ivanovich Herzen, Other Shore Category: Hmmm
The beginning of all wisdom is to look fixedly on clothes, or even with armed eyesight, till they become transparent. – Thomas Carlyle Category: Hmmm
Most men are more capable of great actions than of good ones. – Montesquieu, Variètès Category: Miscellaneous
We always had lutefisk for Christmas dinner, after which Dad read from the Norwegian Bible. – Peter Agre Category: dad
Swimming is normal for me. Im relaxed. Im comfortable, and I know my surroundings. Its my home. – Michael Phelps Category: fitness