“The art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from ...” — Henry Ward Beecher Quote

“The art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from common things.”

“Young love is a flame; very pretty, often very hot and fierce, but still only light and flickering. The love of the older and disciplined heart is as coals, deep-burning, unquenchable.”

“Adversity, if for no other reason, is of benefit, since it is sure to bring a season of sober reflection. People see clearer at such times. Storms purify the atmosphere.”

“Art shows and the institutions end up being the couriers for culture for the next generation and are an important component as well. It may seem ironic from one perspective, but I think if you look at my overall strategy, it's actually not out of step.”

“Art is for everybody.”

“If only life could be a little more tender and art a little more robust.”