I chose the shadows; they did not choose me. I stay here securely not just because I feel plain, but because disappearance is by now the easy way. The habit. The worn path that I can trod knowingly and be… — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
We need sex education in schools, but we need it at home first. We need parents to learn the names of the teachers who are teaching their children. We need families to question day-care centers, to question other children and… — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
Even when you feel you've reached the end or edge of life, hold on. Life itself will ultimately take care of you. — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
It seems to me that it's every man's obligation to make what contribution he can. You live each day as best you can. That,… — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
“How can we be sure of anything the tide changes. The wind that made the grain wave gently yesterday blows down the tress tomorrow.… — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
I have never known a cat that couldn't quiet me down just by walking slowly past my chair. — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
“I have fallen in love with the world And I am aware that I have chosen the most dangerous lover of them all.” — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
The world needs writers. We will always be necessary. There are few professions that can claim that distinction. — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
“These long years later it is worse for I remember what it was as well as what it might have been.” — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
I can't understand people who give up and commit suicide. If I have a bad day, I figure tomorrow will be better. And even… — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
“I went back to look for you. Not understanding the language of hello, I thought I’d speak it just the same.” — Rod Mckuen Copy Share Image
Be gentle with me, new love. Treat me tenderly. I need the gentle touch, the soft voice, the candlelight after nine. There's been so… — Rod McKuen Copy Share Image
