Radio news is bearable. This is due to the fact that while the news is being broadcast the disc jockey is not allowed to talk. - Fran Lebowitz

Think before you speak. Read before you think. This will give you something to think about that you didn't make up yourself - a wise move at any age, but most especially at seventeen, when you are in the greatest danger of coming to annoying conclusions.

Reading is better than life. Without reading, you’re stuck with life.

If you are of the opinion that the contemplation of suicide is sufficient evidence of a poetic nature, do not forget that actions speak louder than words.