Never let a problem to be solved become more important than a person to be loved. Barbara Johnson (January 1997), 59. Living is the art of getting used to what we didnt expect. Eleanor C. Wood (July 1970), 105. Celebrate what youve accomplished, but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed. Mia Hamm (Readers Digest Quotable Quotes, 2013), 109. The audience, knowing this, are heartbroken for him. Bob Ruins garden: Bob aggressively yanks each tree out of the bed and throws it across the stage. for a moment. Give every day the chance to become the most beautiful day of your life. The truth is effortless. Rashida Costa, actress and playwright, in 365 Days Smarter, 7. I know I'm not the first one to think of this quote, but I still find it true. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices. Mark and Rosie Sitting whilst packing: They swap watches to show Rosie accepts Mia. One good way to test your memory is to try to remember the things that worried you yesterday. Toronto Star (October 1954), 37. slow and calm, "I tell them I'm having the best time because I can't bear the thought of them being disappointed for me", centre stage. For the American production, Bovell adapted the action of the drama to take place in the Midwestern United States. The play is set in Adelaide, Australia, which is where the play held its World Premiere in May 2016. Mark comes out as transgender in the second half of the play and announces an intention to move to Sydney for hormonal treatment, announcing that her name is Mia instead of "Mark". Ben Price is the youngest son in the Price Family. in addition to this they made gagging sounds and scrunched their faces to show disgust. ' George Clooney (July 2006), 3. The best way to keep children at home is to make the home atmosphere pleasantand let the air out of the tires. Dorothy Parker (August 2008), 63. on the second part of the line she raises the volume of her speech and sighs, dropping her arms, her voice slows down and she drags out the vowels. her eye line is slightly raised as she shrugs and the pitch of her voice raises on 'gone'. I wonder if light would still fade if weren't a word night." Kendra Fortmeyer, Things I Know To Be True tags: light , night , sad , sister , words 0 likes Like All Quotes Quotes By Kendra Fortmeyer Those that understand, teach. Greed is envy with its sleeves rolled up. George F. Will (February 1990), 46. ' Columbia Record (May 1925), 10. Let us dream of tomorrow where we can truly love from the soul, and know love as the ultimate truth at the heart of all creation. If you can give your child only one gift, let it be enthusiasm. Bruce Barton (December 1934), 89. They live inside usand sometimes, they win. Stephen King (February 2014), 22. Truth will always be truth, regardless of lack of understanding, disbelief or ignorance. W. Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow; it only saps today of its strength. A.J. To be true to yourselfto look straight into your own eyes reflected in the mirror and be loyal to the person you seeis to be bold indeed.". M. Each generation imagines itself to be more intelligent than the one that went before it and wiser than the one that comes after it. George Orwell (August 1989), 50. at the end of this line, two hands come round onto her body and face, "I keep wondering when will it start. she spoke slowly and with good diction, putting emphasis on each word and spitting out her words. an arm comes up her torso from the darkness. Intelligence is when you spot the flaw in your bosss reasoning. her eyes looked slightly to the side and the pitch of her voice lowered. Bob then snaps, shouting and swearing at Ben - it is at this moment that Ben reveals that he had been skimming, and that's where he'd retrieved the money for the drugs and flashy car. The pursuit of truth and beauty is a sphere of activity in which we are permitted to remain children all our lives. Its a whole lot more satisfying to reach for the stars, even if you end up landing only on the moon. Kermit the Frog (January 2007), 101. Morale is when your hands and feet keep on working when your head says it cant be done. Ben Morcell (January 1961), 43. But I do know a woman who'd be mad at me for saying that. bob leans in close to fran and raises the pitch of his voice to show concern as well as the fact that he was trying to act calm and reassure her. The truth is not always beautiful, nor beautiful words the truth. Laozi, ancient philosopher. If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love. Don Miguel Ruiz, spiritualist and author. Did I drive them away?' Every person must choose how much truth he can stand. Have the courage to face the truth. Eventually, you just end up hurting the people you care about. She passes away without reconciling with Mia, emotionally connecting with Pip in person, forgiving Ben and taking Bob to South Africa. Id rather regret the risks that didnt work out than the chances I didnt take at all. Simone Biles (July/August 2020), 5. fran looks at him with her eyebrows downturned and her arms drooped by her side to show her guilt - she doesn't want to hurt him. See also Trivia | Goofs | Crazy Credits | Alternate Versions | Connections | Soundtracks Say only what you mean. instead he looks straight ahead with his arms dropped by his side and his stance stable. I know that people aren't perfect. The most difficult thing in the world is to know how to do a thing and to watch somebody else doing it wrong, without comment. T.H. she took a pause and a deep breath before saying the line and looked away from her father, who was standing centre stage in the same position as the opening scene. A truth thats told with bad intent beats all the lies you can invent. William Blake, poet, 33. Whatever satisfies the soul is truth., 29. A statue has never been erected in honor of a critic. Jean Sibelius (October 1979), 90. People often claim to hunger for truth, but seldom like the taste when its served up. George R.R. Things I Know To Be True is a play, premiered by The State Theatre Company South Australia in May 2016. Wisdom is when you refrain from pointing it out. James Dent (April 1989), 53. 'I am a mother and I am losing something I don't want to lose' moment 3, Fran, wish never children 'I wish i'd never had children' moment 2, Fran, hurt her boy 'Somebody hurt her, a boy' moment 1, Rosie, is this falling 'Is this what falling in love is?' moment 5, Fran, did i drive them 'Did I do this? Best quotes about life. Hating people is like burning down your own house to get rid of a rat. Harry Emerson Fosdick (May 1929), 57. Frahm ensures that the piano's chords reflect the mood of the current scene, using minor keys for sadder scenes and slightly jazzier tones for happier ones. It is only after Fran has died that Bob takes her opinion on board, showing how he didn't appreciate all he had until he lost it. bob dragged out the word 'big', which he said in a happy tone, with a smile on his face. she takes a long pause between the word 'me' and 'i', sighing as if she is reminiscing, as she rolls her head back. I don't know what the future may hold, but I know who holds the future. when she continues speaking the pitch of her voice is much lower as her lip quivers and she stumbles slightly on her words, taking sharp and quick breaths. The truth really is the light of the world. For 100 years, Readers Digest has shared some of the worlds best wit and wisdom on the art of living. Indulge as necessary. Each child has his or her own unique struggles and secrets that they try to keep hidden from their parents, but Fran has a knack for knowing what is true in each of their lives, whether it is an unhappy marriage (Pip), heartbreak (Rosie), redefined sexuality (Mark), or drug use (Ben). her voice cracks and she takes long pauses between words, looking down and sighing. Or else, the words. It is without a doubt the best deal man has ever made. Roger Caras (August 1989), 51. For more quotations for every occasion, check out our other compilations, which include funny quotes, life-changing quotes, uplifting quotes, and life is short quotes, 1. The play is naturalistic but features great use of non-naturalistic physical movement to emphasise the emotional connection between the characters - following the story of the Price Family and their problems. But, like the seafaring men on the desert of waters, you choose them as your guides, and following them reach your destiny. Carl Schurz (April 1941), 19. breathy speech. She does not know who she wants to be yet and begins the play stating that she had just come back from a European adventure in Berlin, where she met a man called Emanuel and was walked out on. "she thought about love and how sometimes you could give too much and sometimes you couldn't give enough", rosie sits downstage left and looks into the audience. Rosie is the only person indoors at the time and she realises quickly that Ben had been taking drugs. Know the true value of time; snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. But as time goes by, what is true is revealed, and what is fake fades away. Ismail Haniyeh, Palestinian political leader. The art of life is to know how to enjoy a little and to endure very much. None are so brave as the anonymous. K.K. Penn Jillette Rosie helps Mia pack and they exchange watches: at this point, it appears that Rosie is the only one who sympathises. I hear that you're building your little house deep in the desert. Don't settle. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices. Michelle Obama offers more of her wisdom in her books Becoming and The Light We Carry. breathy speech. 1. fran emphasised the word 'business' by dragging it out and holding on to the 'z' sounds in the words, speaking with gritted teeth. I have this rule I live by: Only do what you can do. God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late. New York is cold, but I like where I'm living. ROSIE. I would rather live in a world where my life is surrounded by mystery than live in a world so small that my mind could comprehend it. Harry Emerson Fosdick (July 1970), 98. The most important trip you may take in life is meeting people halfway. Henry Boye (January 1997), 58. I always like to look on the optimistic side of life, but I am realistic enough to know that life is a complex matter. Mark is pissed off and snaps but Fran replies in a condescending "mother knows all" sort of way. You're living for nothing now, I hope you're keeping some kind of record. she has previously been doing round-by-through's with the members of her family and suddenly they all walk away. "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what. rosie stands downstage left. they're close enough but not close to each other. I don't like that man. Bob and Fran greet the news with shock and hostility. she gesticulates and looks into the distance. bob stands upstage right and fran stands downstage left. she took a long pause after 'own' and looked straight at the audience, raising her eyebrows and lowering the corners of her mouth as she dropped her shoulders and sighed. Not even when her own mother died " "I know exactly why women but has her head against the trunk of the tree "Fran "This garden was the world "emphasis on was Fran "too bad. she stood still, swinging her arms side to side slightly to show her restlessness and how uncomfortable she was talking about the topic. Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield. [1]. Everybody has to be somebody to somebody to be anybody. Malcolm S. Forbes (November 1972), 83. And it doesn't mean it won't get you next time." Dont wait around for other people to be happy for you. Mia's introverted body language shows how insecure Mia is to be reunited with her family as she is not yet ready. Life is a crazy ride, and nothing is guaranteed. I know what it sounds like. Make it a rule of life never to regret and never to look back. In return, dogs have given us their absolute all. Fran's nurturing love is evident but she doesn't listen to Rosie or give her time to think showing how her love is devouring and suffocating. The problem is that Johnny doesn't know what thinking is; he confuses it with feeling. You're not looking for perfection in your partner. "you can't love someone for thirty years straight", fran is facing upstage left and turns to bob to say this line. "I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples." -Mother Teresa 2. Clement Stone. But to know how to use knowledge is to have wisdom. He who wishes to be obeyed must know how to command. Thou may'st love on, through love's eternity. These truth quotes from big names, world leaders, self-help coaches, and more encourage honesty and the search for the truthbut some also acknowledge that unfiltered truth isnt always good either. It is unclear whether Fran in this instance is probing out of love or because she wants to feel in control and know everyone's business. The truth is you don't know what is going to happen tomorrow. It's the only way you succeed - you're not gonna succeed all the time, and I know that. the words 'I know' are said in a low pitch and are steady and assertive. But the truth can be complicated and messy, and dictates to tell the truth dont always account for how hard that can be. As she uncertain about her future, Fran and Bob see her as the opportunity to carry on their legacy the way they want to, keeping her close and always in contact. Things I Know To Be True Quotes, Scene: Home, Things I Know To Be True Quotes, Scene: Autumn, Ch.8 Assessment Techniques and Safety in the. We are all here on earth to help others; what on earth the others are here for I don't know. The narrower the mind the broader the statement. Ted Cook (February 1940), 75. on 'too much' she raised her eyebrows and widened her eyes slightly as well as raising the pitch of her speech slightly. No idleness, no laziness, no procrastination: never put off till tomorrow what you can do today. God is still good, even when life isn't going well. And then I said no". Cronin (April 1955), 35. Worry is like sand in an oyster: a little produces a pearl, too much kills the animal. Marcelene Cox (December 1955), 31. A day. Dont spend any time whatsoever thinking about what might have been. Alex Trebek (May 2021), 107. she spoke quite quickly and had a rather monotone voice, gesturing over to bob for 'should have had it on when he didn't'. Clement Stone, businessman and writer, 34. I have great respect for the past. she looks down and holds her heart. A monologue form Frantic Assembly's play "Things I know to be true". I have respect for the past, but I'm a person of the moment. Constant use will wear out anythingespecially friends. Warren Hull (December 1957), 26. The greatest mistake you can make is to be continually fearing that youll make one. Elbert Hubbard (January 1953), 49. on the next part of the line she lowered her head slightly and slowly shook it. A blossoming flower, contains far more power, than one can view, with the understanding, of our universal truths., 14. she speaks quickly. The rest of us just get up and go to work. Chuck Close (August 2007), 111. Sympathy was created as previously Bob has been calm, collected and not showed too much emotion so it was shocking and heartbreaking for the audience to see him in this much turmoil. To be without some of the things you want is an indispensable part of happiness. Bertrand Russell (December 1950), 13. After that he lies in flower bed and cries. reassuring. Never fear shadows. My father gave me the best advice of my life. Theres no better exercise for strengthening the heart than reaching down and lifting people up. Womans Home Companion (May 1954), 39. White (January 1990), 44. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity. W. Quotes tagged as "true" Showing 1-30 of 1,069. Bob and Fran then enter, now even more curious about his money situation. There is no greatness where there is no simplicity, goodness and truth. Leo Tolstoy, author, 42. Things I Know To Be True Quotes, Scene: As It Ends Like This Term 1 / 4 ROSIE. You've got kids now. Morality is only moral when it is voluntary. Lincoln Steffens (February 1965), 102. Humor plays close to the big, hot fire which is Truth. E.B. Speaking of, here are our favorite love quotes! before the line began she took a deep breath and looked at the ground, before raising her chest slightly and looking back up. The problem isn't that Johnny can't read. We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time. During the play, she reveals that she has a secret stash of cash hidden away for post-retirement, but, in a revelation, she revealed that it was originally a 'get-out clause' for her relationship with Bob. Nor would it change what is actually true.. fran was stood defiantly, shown by her stance where her feet were wide, her hip jutted out and her head and chest were up. Irvin D. Yalom, psychiatrist, 41. Bob finds a European car parked outside; it turns out to be Ben's and Bob wants to know how he found the money, with Ben answering that he worked hard for it. We recommend our users to update the browser. she runs her arms down the side of her dress as if she is trying to get something off her and tucks her hair behind her ears. His prized possessions are his children and his plants, in particular, his roses, which are a subject of a few satirical arguments between him and his wife. he keeps his eyeline steady, looking ahead with his mouth and eyebrows downturned, bob breaks his trance-like stare and turns swiftly to fran. A lie travels round the world while truth is putting her boots on. Unknown. on the next part of the line her pitch and speed dropped even more, as her arms dropped limp by her side and her posture lowered. Fran is immature and it is obvious to the audience that the two bicker often. The holy passion of friendship is of so sweet and steady and loyal and enduring a nature that it will last through a whole lifetime, if not asked to lend money. Mark Twain (May 1941), 20. he emphasises the word "settled" by lowering his pitch slightly. Dont worry makes a better motto when you add others. Real courage is when you know youre licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and see it through no matter what. Harper Lee (October 1989), 48. Chesterton (June 1926), 74. To know that we know what we know, and to know that we do not know what we do not know, that is true knowledge. Rogers) (November 1987), 54. You have to experience sadness to know happiness, and I remind myself that not every day is going to be a good day, that's just the way it is! BrainyQuote has been providing inspirational quotes since 2001 to our worldwide community. Where would you put it? Steven Wright (December 1984), Additional reporting research done by Lucie Turkel and Greg Daugherty. Every mind must make its choice between truth and repose. she leaned forward towards her mother, showing that she was confrontational. There is one truth that must be sought after first before you can go further and that truth is that you must take charge of your own life for you cannot lead a life of truth if you let someone else take responsibility for your thoughts or actions. Byron Pulsifer, self-help author, 61. She feels distanced from her mother as she always felt like she was the least favoured sibling, linked to the fact that her mother pulled her hair when she was fourteen. on the line "me" she looked up and giggled, with her hands on her hips as she rolled her eyes slightly. I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a realityI believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word. Martin Luther King, Jr., reverend, orator, and activist, 18. dimly lit. her siblings and father stand upstage as they dress bob slowly and carefully whilst he stared blankly ahead. Be the first to contribute! If somebody puts you down or criticizes you, just keep on believing in yourself and turn it into something positive. Youre never too broken to be fixed. Jonathan Van Ness (June 2020), 45. Everything that matters happens here" "I had never seen her cry. He is a financial services officer. slow speech. It doesn't make you better than everyone else. A day without sunshine is like, you know, night. That night that you planned to go clear 638 Copy quote. A gossip is a person who creates the smoke in which other people assume theres fire.Dan Bennett (January 1970), 103. "you came after me and you pulled me out from under the bed by my hair", pip is standing stage right, whilst fran stood stage left, with rosie in the middle of the two women, acting as a barrier. 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