I think that it can be assumed that no adults are ever really 'shocked' - that being shocked is always a pose. - Thornton Wilder

It was full of wounding remarks rather brilliantly said, perhaps said for the sheer virtuosity of giving pain neatly. Each of its phrases found its way through the eyes of the Marquesa, then, carefully wrapped in understanding and forgiveness, it sank into her heart.

It is only in appearance that time is a river. It is rather a vast landscape and it is the eye of the beholder that moves.

Leadership is for those who love the public good and are endowed and trained to administer it.