Story

Famous quotes containing the word story:

    Yet if strict criticism should till frown on our method, let candor and good humor forgive what is done to the best of our judgment, for the sake of perspicuity in the story and the delight and entertainment of our candid reader.
    Sarah Fielding (1710–1768)

    When I die, my epitaph should read: She Paid the Bills. That’s the story of my private life.
    Gloria Swanson (1897–1983)

    A gorgeous example of denial is the story about the little girl who was notified that a baby brother or sister was on the way. She listened in thoughtful silence, then raised her gaze from her mother’s belly to her eyes and said, “Yes, but who will be the new baby’s mommy?”
    Judith Viorst (20th century)