“The nice thing about quotes is that they give us a nodding acquaintance with the originator which is often socially impressive.” — Kenneth Williams

I love to collect quotes, perhaps because many I find express things so much better than I can. My all-time favorite quote is about the importance of learning history:

“Fools say that they learn by experience. I prefer to profit by others experience” — German Chancellor Otto Von Bismarck

This is why a recent news item caught my eye: “10 Hilarious Quotes from Celebrities That Will Crack You Up.” I won’t list all ten, but here are three that really caught my eye.

This one appeals to me as a writer:

“The difference between fiction and reality? Fiction has to make sense.”—Tom Clancy

Wisdom from a famous woman:

“I’m not offended by blonde jokes because I know I’m not dumb…and I also know that I’m not blonde.” —Dolly Parton

Apologies to Cinderella:

“Life isn’t a fairytale. If you lose a shoe at midnight, you’re drunk.”—Darynda Jones

While we’re on the subject, separately I’ve found some good words to live by:

Be the person your dog thinks you are.

My search is never-ending. So if you have a favorite quote, or sage words to live by, feel free to send them along.

And to view all ten “hilarious quotes,” visit https://www.dictionaryscoop.com/article/10-Hilarious-Quotes-from-Celebrities-That-Will-Crack-You-Up?