Anokhi Online Quotes & Sayings

An astrolabe is relatively unknown in today's world. But, at the time, in the 13th century, it was the gadget of the day. It was the world's first popular computer. And it was a device that, in fact, is a model of the sky. — Tom Wujec

It was clear that everything considered important and good was insignificant and repulsive, and that all this glamour and luxury hid the old well-known crimes, which not only remained unpunished but were adorned with all the splendor men can devise. — Leo Tolstoy

A great man is one who has not lost the child's heart. — Mencius

I loved writing for kids, I loved talking to children about what I'd written, I don't want to leave that behind. — J.K. Rowling

MOM - noun - One who sacrifices her body, sleep, social life, spending money, eating hot meals, peeing alone, patience, memory, energy and sanity for LOVE! — Tanya Masse

Short of genius a rich man cannot even imagine poverty. — Charles Peguy

I ... hit him ... elsewhere." "Where?" "In his ... In his inguine." "Oh, dear God." It was unclear whether Ralston's words were meant as prayer or blasphemy. What was clear was that the woman was a gladiator. "He called me a pie!" she announced, defensively. There was a pause. "Wait. That's not right." "A tart?" "Yes! That's it!" She registered her brother's fists and looked to Simon. "I see that it is not a compliment." "No. It is not. — Sarah MacLean

And I mean, I'm established. So I'm not worried about having a hit at this point in my career. — Donna Summer

In addition to the well-known benefits of health and well-being derived from exercise, there are other unique advantages to being a runner. You are more attuned to not only your body but also the world around you. The outdoor life you lead as a runner gives you a special relationship with your surroundings: nature, the climate, the seasons. As you depend on these things to accommodate your activity, you grow to understand and appreciate them. — Grete Waitz

I reach for funny books all the time to help me get through life. — Laurie Halse Anderson

I think the best thing I learned from drawing comics is that it's a great exercise in concision. — Patrice Leconte

If I used being busy as an excuse not to run, I'd never run again. — Haruki Murakami