Sienese School Quotes & Sayings

Intuitively, one would assume if you don't grow up with other children you might not learn that easy give and take. What often happens is that there are some only children who act that way, and that stands out more than the only children who seem to get along with others. — Peter Thomas

He stares at me, and I don't look away. He isn't a dog, but the same rules apply. Looking away is submissive. Looking him in the eye is a challenge. It's my choice. — Veronica Roth

We have a renewed energy and vigor in our supporters and we are no longer so frightened about the future. — Karen Kain

With us," said Reginald, "a Cabinet usually gets the credit of being depraved and worthless beyond the bounds of human conception by the time it has been in office about four years. — Saki

I could tell she was snooty. If she leaned her head back any further, her nostrils would act as teacups. — E.L. Todd

You know, my basic theory about kids: they are monsters in children ziploc suits, which they discard when they go to school each day. — Douglas Clegg

Writing is a form of licensed madness. — Mal Peet

Strangely, charity sometimes gets dismissed, as if it is ineffective, inappropriate or even somehow demeaning to the recipient. 'This isn't charity,' some donors take pains to claim, 'This is an investment.' Let us recognize charity for what it is at heart: a noble enterprise aimed at bettering the human condition. — Ban Ki-moon

I love Frances McDormand so much. I love her career. And I think it's fun because she gets to do comedy as well as drama. — Rachael Harris

Lead 'em around and around,' said Joad. "Sling 'em in the irrigation ditch. Tell 'em they'll burn in hell if they don't think like you. What the hell you want to lead 'em someplace for? Jus' lead 'em. — John Steinbeck