For passion, be it observed, brings insight with it; it can give a sort of intelligence to simpletons, fools, and idiots, especially during youth.

A mother's happiness is like a beacon, lighting up the future but reflected also on the past in the guise of fond memories.

Small natures require despotism to exercise their sinews, as great souls thirst for equality to give play to their heart.

Equality may perhaps be a right, but no power on earth can ever turn it into a fact.

Writing was always a release for me, a great joy. It wasn't work.

People don't realize the great happiness there is in living to be very old and together all the time.

I have to laugh because despite the destruction, we cannot let 'them' steal our pleasure. That is always the theme of my performances: I'm here to thrive, not just to survive.

A wise woman never yields by appointment. It should always be an unforeseen happiness.