John Ashbery quotes

" There is the view that poetry should improve your life. I think people confuse it with the Salvation Army. " # Poetry and Poets # Army and Navy # Self-improvement

" "Did I say that? One says so many things, and the problem is they all get written down." " # Books - Reading

" In the beginning there are those who don't quite fit in But are somehow okay. And then some morning There are places that suddenly seem wonderful: Weather and water seem wonderful, And the peaceful night sky that arrives In time to protect us, like a sword Cutting the blue cloak of a prince. " # Peace

" These two guys in the front yard-- Are they here to help? " # Perseverance