“Funny how a little politeness can change people's minds.”

“Somebody dies and people eat your food. Funny how that works.”

“If you let people into your life a little bit, they can be pretty damn amazing.”

“What’s so funny?’ asked Peone.‘Catholic cops are funny,’ said Lester.‘You were listening?’‘Yeah.’‘Yeah? Catholic Indians are funny.’‘There’s lots of Catholic Indians.’‘There’s lots of Catholic cops.”

“One play can change your momentum forever.”

“One play can determine the course of a game. One play can change your momentum forever.”

“I remember when people used to think I was smart.I remember when people used to think my brain was useful.Damaged by water, sure. And ready to seizure at any moment. But still useful, and maybe even a little bit beautiful and sacred and magical.”