Memorable Quotes from Helen Hayes
6 quotesA Fond Memory of Musical Talent
Ada Quonsett
My late husband played the violin. Not professionally, but he was very good. He once played the Minute Waltz in 58 seconds.
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The Unbreakable Bond of Togetherness
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
We've never been apart, really. Not since we met.
Catherine Barkley
Not since we met.
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
And never can be.
Catherine Barkley
Never apart.
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
In life and in death. Say it Cat.
Catherine Barkley
In life and in death, we'll never be parted.
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
You do believe that, don't you, Cat?
Catherine Barkley
I believe it, and I'm not afraid.
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A Moment of Tenderness Amidst Conflict
Catherine Barkley
Hello, darling!
[she comes to tend a wounded Henry]
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
Catherine!
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
You're lovely.
Catherine Barkley
Are you badly hurt?
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
You're lovely.
Catherine Barkley
Oh my poor darling, it's your leg, isn't it?
[concerned]
Lieutenant Frederic Henry
You're the loveliest thing I ever saw.
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Facing Fear in Later Life
Ada Quonsett
When you get to be older, there isn't a lot left to be frightened of.
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Airport - Dialogue 2
Ada Quonsett
My late husband taught me to be thorough. He was a teacher of geometry. He always said: "You must consider every angle".
Tanya Livingston
My late husband was a lawyer, and he always said: "Watch out for sweet-looking innocent, little old ladies." I'm beginning to understand what he meant.
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Introduction Between Ada and D. O.
Ada Quonsett
You've been so busy, we just haven't had a chance to chat. I'm Ada Quonsett.
D. O. Guerrero
How do you do.
Ada Quonsett
What's your name, sir?
D. O. Guerrero
Guerrero.
Ada Quonsett
Guerrero! That's Spanish, isn't it?
D. O. Guerrero
Yes, but way... back.
Ada Quonsett
You look more Irish.
D. O. Guerrero
So did my mother.
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