The Mutual Friend Quotes

“And that reminds me of something my friend Miriam used to say: ‘Let time take its time.’ She was 97, so she really meant it.”
― Carter Bays, The Mutual Friend

“Shantideva prayer arrived at the surface: May I be a protector for those without protection. A leader for those who journey. And a boat, a bridge, a passage For those desiring the further shore. May the pain of every living creature Be completely cleared away. May I be the doctor, and the medicine, And may I be the nurse For all the sick beings in the world. Until everyone is healed.”
― Carter Bays, The Mutual Friend

“Religion is there to keep us on an even keel. It magnifies the humble, and humbles the magnificent.”
― Carter Bays, The Mutual Friend

“Long life takes away all the stuff you love. But there’s other stuff you’re happy to get rid of. The need to be liked. The need to be listened to. The need to see every pretty girl naked. Some of that stuff you look forward to being rid of.” He looked out the window.”
― Carter Bays, The Mutual Friend