There is nothing so pitiful as a young cynic because he has gone from knowing nothing to believing nothing.

A cynical young person is almost the saddest sight to see, because it means that he or she has gone from knowing nothing to believing nothing.

When a man tells you who he is...believe him.

I said, 'Don't worry about it -- I know our culture.'

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

One must know not just how to accept a gift, but with what grace to share it.