Entry 55

A pessimist is a person who has had to listen to too many optimists.

Don Marquis

One of the most important things to remember about infant care is: don't change diapers in midstream.

Don Marquis

Pity the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.

Don Marquis

Poetry is what Milton saw when he went blind.

Don Marquis

The chief obstacle to the progress of the human race is the human race.

Don Marquis

Writing a book of poetry is like dropping a rose petal down the Grand Canyon and waiting for the echo.

Don Marquis