“Don't be afraid of being scared. To be afraid is a sign of common sense. Only complete idiots are not afraid of anything.”

“Those times, against all expectations, were turning out to be good times. Then he felt afraid, because he knew they couldn't last long and those stolen drops of happiness and peace would evaporate.”

“I don't suppose you have many friends. Neither do I. I don't trust people who say they have a lot of friends. It's a sure sign that they don't really know anyone.”

“Silence makes idiots seem wise even for a minute.”

“You young people never say anything. And us old folks don't know how to stop talking.”

“Remember me, even if it's only in a corner and secretly. Don't let me go.”

“A good friend once told me that the problems are like cockroaches. If drawn to light, they'll get scared.”