John Barnes Quotes

There is a saying among those of us who have careers with the Council of Humanity that skiers, cooks, painters, and diplomats must work with what is in front of them.

Human beings always say they prefer peace, but it takes a saint to talk us into not assaulting our neighbors.

Finally she resorts to the oldest tactic of all, telling the truth.

Papa always says there’s room for everyone, but some people certainly take theirs up without making it interesting.

And just like this, all of a sudden, your people and mine will begin to talk?" "It only looks sudden from some places. Running off a cliff is sudden if you don't know it's there, even if you have been running toward it for days." "That's not a reassuring metaphor." "It isn't meant to be.

When all else fails, admit you’re an idiot.

It is characteristic of information that it can be stolen an all but unlimited number of times.

Too bad about all those people, but as Hassan says, compassion speaks well of its holder but does little for its recipient.

He’s stunned numb when she takes his hand and says, “Let’s give it a try. I’ve been thinking maybe I don’t bend enough or try to see anyone else’s point of view.”