Alice McDermott Quotes
A tendency to make metaphorical connections is an occupational hazard for those of us who write.
Quotes to Explore
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We must strictly enforce the Environmental Law, closing down the polluters that fail to meet the standards.
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When you are the invisible man to the head coach, the only option is to head for the exit.
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All the things that most kids hated, I loved. I loved that things were asked of me and that, much to my surprise, I was able to do them. I loved the 10 o'clock bedtime. I loved the responsibility.
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I write songs that are like diary entries. I have to do it in order to feel sane.
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'The Hunger Games' has something for everyone.
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You're only here for a short visit. Don't hurry, don't worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.
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I was greatly influenced by musique concrete when I was, like, 10. I was completely mesmerized by the idea that you could make music out of sounds. So that's been a constant influence on all my work.
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To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including persons with autism, are integrated as full and valued members.
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I know that Donald Trump is a smart man.
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My little siblings keep me grounded. I'm a kid at heart.
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It's more than magnificent - it's mediocre.
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I thrive on having support around me, even if they are not actively doing something. I feel happier, more confident.
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I work everywhere. If there is a nice adventure in South Korea, for example, why not? Russia, Brazil, whatever. I'm ready for almost anything.
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I drive a 1965 Shelby Cobra. I love classic muscle cars.
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From an early age I didn't buy into the value systems of working hard in a nine-to-five job. I thought creativity, friendship and loyalty and pushing the boundaries of what was acceptable was much more interesting.
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Every single note on this album is there for a reason.
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And whenever I saw Luis, Graça's husband, I dealt with him with a friendship that was quite genuine, since it was offered out of gratitude for Graça's love.
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Pain is good, I'd say, when it's incidental to Love. In 'I give up my life for my friend' it is my friend, not my death, that matters. And sometimes I needn't give up my life for him, I can live for him, and with him, and the power of the spirit is then equally manifested, I should think.
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I prefer to think that God is not dead, just drunk.
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A positive attitude is important, but it is only part of the story. Understanding how to surmount pain, doubt, and failure is a vital component in winning the game of life.
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I work for women. I only think for them. If I didn't like women, I wouldn't do this job.
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If you look for problems, you will find problems; if you look for solutions, you will find solutions.
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Oh, we've always been received really, really well there. Extremely well.
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A tendency to make metaphorical connections is an occupational hazard for those of us who write.
