"I don't know if high society is different in other cities, but in Hollywood, important people can't stand to be invited someplace that isn't full of other important people. They don't mind a few unfamous people being present because they make good listeners."

"Twenty years ago, I wrote a book called 'It Takes a Village.' And a lot of people looked at the title and asked, 'What the heck do you mean by that?' This is what I mean. None of us can raise a family, build a business, heal a community or lift a country totally alone."

"The trick is to enjoy life. Don't wish away your days, waiting for better ones ahead."

"Rise to the occassion which is life!"

"Nobody minds having what is too good for them."

"Indulge your imagination in every possible flight."