In fact, there's probably only one thing worse than not being able to understand a person." "What's that?" asked Nimrod. "Being able to understand hi… - James Morrow

Her audacity turned him on. There was nobody quite so arousing, he decided, as a worthy opponent.

I am the Father of Lies. Over the years, my children have done me proud. I shouldn’t play favorites, but I am especially pleased with “The meek shall inherit the earth.” Likewise, I shall always retain a soft spot in my heart for “Every cloud has a silver lining.” As for “Time heals all wounds” and “Whenever God closes a door, He opens a window”—they, too, make me gloat unconscionably.

On your planet, how do you tell somebody that you love her?"
"It's very complicated. You say, 'I love you,' and then you stand back and see what happens.