“Home cooking is anything you buy in your hometown.”

“Before you echo 'Amen' in your home or place of worship, think and remember...a child is listening.”

“I sent a message in the wind, when the birds sang their song. And when you went to sleep last night, I told the moon, "Shine all night long". Just wanted you to talk to me, and I know it's been a while. And to answer your uestion, you are still my child.”

“Be careful whose advice you buy, but be patient with those who supply it. Advice is a form of nostalgia.”

“You have to live, Jin, and know that I've never been prouder of anything than being the owner of your heart.”

“You need to talk to Alden about your feelings for him, Race said. "You don't know anything about it. Mind your own business, Race." You love him. I know. I'm in here. I feel your soul, Rose.”

“When it comes down to it, I don't have much in the way of advice to offer you, but here it is: Read to children. Vote. And never buy anything from a man who's selling fear.”