Del Ponte Bakery Quotes & Sayings

One of the reasons why there are so many versions of Chekhov is that translations date in a way that the original doesn't; translations seem to be of their time. — Tom Stoppard

Judicious absence is a weapon. — Charles Reade

The hand that punched is the hands that gives compassion — David Avidan

Eating is sex for old people. — Jonathan Carroll

Poverty is never dishonourable in itself, but only when it is a mark of sloth, intemperance, extravagance, or thoughtlessness. When, on the other hand, it is the handmaid of a sober, industrious, righteous, and brave man, who devotes all his powers to the service of the people, it is the sign of a lofty spirit that harbours no mean thoughts — Plutarch

I'm not interested in the next generation, dear. I'm interested in us.' - Julia — George Orwell

You are more likely to acquire power by narrowing your focus and applying your energies, like the sun's rays, to a limited range of activities in a small number of domains. — Jeffrey Pfeffer

America, I'm gonna shoot straight with you, I think I've wasted your time. I think this is the first time I have wasted an hour of your time. I apologize for that. — Glenn Beck

For what is time? ... Who can even in thought comprehend it, so as to utter a word about it? ... If no one asks me, I know: If I wish to explain it to one that asketh, I know not ... — Saint Augustine

Sitting in the lotus position or lying down on your back, begin breathing into your belly. Keep your mind entirely on the belly as it rises with every in-breath and falls with each out-breath. Breathe deeply, maintaining full attention on your abdomen. Don't think. Stop all your ruminating, and just focus on the breathing. — Thich Nhat Hanh

This Englishwoman is so refined, She has no bosom and no behind. — Stevie Smith

WE MEET THE SHEEP OF DOOM — Rick Riordan

We all need basic human values rooted in trust and affection. — Dalai Lama