"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."

"What appeals to me? There are things, points of view, uses of the language, habits of dress, ways of thought and believing that came to me from my grandparents and came to them from theirs. Things that are of good use in any situation, no matter what the future may hold."

"You can't be unhappy when you are holding a cup of tea."

"Rise to the occassion which is life!"

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

"I am not good at noticing when I'm happy, except in retrospect."