The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy Quotes

“all people in all places at all times are basically the same. In the million years since we started speaking and using tools, we humans have developed thousands of cultures, but the ways in which they are alike are fundamental, and the ways in which they are different are only superficial.”
― J. Michael Orenduff, The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy

“quart casserole dish. That’s layer number one. Then you cover that with two cans of Fritos bean dip, two plastic packages of guacamole dip, one sixteen ounce tub of sour cream, a thin layer of mayonnaise and a package of taco seasoning. Cover that with shredded cheddar cheese then spread several cans of sliced black olives. It usually takes four of those little cans they come in. Then top it all off with chopped tomatoes and green onions.” “Miss Gladys, I believe your seven-layer dip has ten”
― J. Michael Orenduff, The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy

“Don’t you get lonely sitting out there all by yourself looking at the stars?” “You can’t be lonely unless you’re thinking about yourself. When I look at the stars, I forget everything about myself, so I’m not lonely or sad or anything else.” “I know”
― J. Michael Orenduff, The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy

“of us today don’t believe there are multiple gods. We have multiple politicians instead, and—like the Greek gods—they run around in circles and do bad things to ordinary people. But”
― J. Michael Orenduff, The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy