“Cynicism is overrated, and far too easy. In small doses, cynicism--like irony--provides an essential tempering quality. But to wallow in it, and to dismiss things like hope and faith, is cowardly and unoriginal.” — Michael Perry Copy Share Image
“Over the years, I have developed a visceral reaction to families and victims expressing surprise at tragedy. Why are we surprised? Why do we… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“In specific moments of ground-level clarity, I recognize the dumbing down of the nation for what it is: an act of charity committed specifically… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“Inevitably, our children come to see us as we are. Not as we wish we were, or even as we should be.” — Michael Perry Copy Share
“... Tom got to rattling off the pranks he and his school boy buddies pulled ... and what I saw wasn't an old man… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“Alice once told me artistry does not reside in motivation but rather stems from showing up, with the intent to be honest. When I… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“Sleeping in the same bed with someone to whom you can admit your failings is a lasting comfort indeed. This is not about "mea… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“The amateur study of philosophy is like taking a few laps with a NASCAR driver. You’re not qualified to do it on your own,… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“If you had gone around the table last night ticking off the Ten Commandments and asking for a show of hands to indicate transgression,… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“Mom is a compulsive reader. She reads for pleasure, she reads to edify herself, but more often than not, she reads because she can't… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“I understand that what you're doing when you call 911--it sounds so perfunctory--is announcing to strangers that you are losing the battle. I no… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“The pesto and angel hair are warm in the bowl on my lap, the fragrances of olive oil and basil blending the exotic and… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“It’s hard to talk about guns without sounding defensive or blustery. I’m pro-gun the same way I’m pro-potato fork. I use them both to… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“Her eyes are wide and steady beneath the brim of her floppy cap. How far out of infancy do we lose this gaze, with… — Michael Perry Copy Share
“Memory is a means of possession, but eventually, the greatest grace is found in letting go. _Population: 485_, p 178.” — Michael Perry Copy Share
