“You must remember, Madame Harris, elegance is in the details.”

“Beauty might be a gift to our souls from the heavens. Luxury, purchased. But suddenly she understood. There was strength in elegance.”

“History surrounds us. You cannot open your eyes, not in Paris, and see something that wasn't touched by someone long gone. You, maybe, run from your ghosts. Here, they live among us.”

“Armies march, but diamonds conquer all.”

“You need to acquire a lover, Madam President.”

“Did you guys have sex?" Jacob grasped my shoulders, giving me a little shake. "Oh my God, girl, details - I need details. What is the size of his-?" "We didn't have sex." I smacked his hands away.”

“You pray. And you allow the Lord to be your strength. Remember the Lord doesn't give you strength. He is your strength.”