“One: Don't play leapfrog with elephants.Two: Don't pet a tiger unless his tail is wagging.Three: Never, ever, mess with the Ladies Auxiliary.-Mayberry Rules for a Long, Happy Life”

“Christmas is never over,unless you want it to be... Christmas is a state of mind.”

“He leans forward seriously. "Bliss. At work and at play, let safety lead the way."Of course," I say. "Silly me."Danger never takes a vacation."That's right. Expect the unexpected."And never, never -"Yes?"He wags his finger. "Check a gas tank with a lighted flare."A laugh snorts out. "Good to know.”

“We are all flawed, my dear. Every one of us. And believe me, we've all made mistakes. You've just got to take a good hard look at yourself, change what needs to be changed, and move on, pet.”

“We all mess up. It's what we learn from our mistakes that matters.”

“I'm in loooove with this boy, and when you in love with someone, you don't give up on 'em, mo matter what.”

“I was just teasing," I say. "I myself don't like to eat plain butter, but hey, it's a free world.”