Bgiklouisville Quotes & Sayings

The major problem with the notion of transformation is that it forever hangs on to some form of self and never lets it go. It perpetuates the notion that self gets better and better, more and more divine, when in truth, the divine increases in proportion as the self decreases or falls away. The notion of a divinized self only increases or inflates the self; for those who buy into this notion, the journey may well end in total disillusionment. Offhand — Bernadette Roberts

I think we underestimate the universe's desire to be kind to us. — Cheryl Strayed

In basic terms, civilization is dependent upon the spontaneity and fulfillment of the individual. Your civilization is in sad straits. Not because you are allowed spontaneity or fulfillment to individuals, but because you are denied it, and because your institutions are based upon that premise. — Seth

I have a lot of fond memories of St. Patrick's Day in Chicago. Vague, but fond. — Joel Murray

Often times, people don't realize how much their childhood still affects them when they are an adult. Or other people don't realize the affect things still have on those they know. Other people might even say, "Get over it" or "Move on." But it's usually simply not that easy. — Lisa Bedrick

Nothing outside of yourself can prevent you from achieving all of your hopes, dreams and desires ... . — James A. Murphy

Writing is more about discovery than invention. — Diane Setterfield

I don't care a hang for any cat that hasn't stripes. — L.M. Montgomery

I'll only stop singing when I'm in my grave. — Compay Segundo

Dinner's in one hour. If you're not back, sitting at the table, I'll beat you all unconscious with a spatula. — Nora Roberts