Bankrate Mortgage Quotes & Sayings

Stories survive not just because of empathetic characters that we can still identify with but because the author has something to say to us and they have the ability to communicate that to the reader in a clear and often amusing way. Jane Austen knows how to hook a reader with her endearing and often infuriating characters but she also keeps us hooked by her wit, her observations, and her unique use of language. Lots of other writers had books published at the same time as Jane Austen and yet they've been lost to us. Austen has survived because she has a unique voice. But the themes she explores are also important. — Victoria Connelly

I know that some of the characters I played were trash. But then, I chose to take up those roles, as I enjoyed doing them. — Anupam Kher

Everyday, Jay would sit under a giant elm tree and imagine the adventures his life might bring. — Ilchi Lee

It's an Islamic principle that you must follow the law of the land where you reside. — Cat Stevens

Money in doses disproportionate to our needs enslaves. — Gerry Spence

In my dreams, I entered a world where success was based on ethics and proper dealings, not bribes and scams. My vision of sucess including marrying Sophia, having joyful children, unassuming friends, and warmhearted neighbors. I aspired for an environment where I would be valued for my good character, not the strength of my aggression. I wanted to leave West Beirut, the four square miles of a lesser world. — Sam Wazan

Every time you work is a challenge. There's a constant worry about it, and it's a side of acting I don't like. — Ian McKellen

It will suffice thee to remember as concerning pain ... that the mind may, by stopping all manner of commerce and sympathy with the body, still retain its own tranquility. — Marcus Aurelius

For me, Lionel Messi is quite clearly the best player ever. It's a pleasure to put myself against him and when I finish my career it's something I can look back on and know I've tested myself against the very best. — John Terry

His sleep Was aery light, from pure digestion bred. — John Milton

It's a big con job. We have sold the myth of Dublin as a sexy place incredibly well; because it is a dreary little dump most of the time. — Roddy Doyle

Trust is hard to gain, but it is even harder to regain once lost. — Innocent Mwatsikesimbe

Relax. Just relax and have fun doing what you're doing. Don't worry so much about being results oriented. Just commit yourself to the moment. — John Goodman