Diversions Quotes

You may have a throne at the royal court, with beautiful decorations and soft carpets, all sorts of luscious fruits and beautiful gardens, the excitement of the chase and princely pleasures - but still, the mind is not made happy by such illusory diversions. - Sri Guru Granth Sahib

With these few contemplated improvements, six additional trains per day in each direction could be handled, with an average train speed of 33 mph. Projections of truck diversions [to rail] are virtually useless and self-defeating if based on such meager rail enhancement. - David Foster

Who could deny that privacy is a jewel? It has always been the mark of privilege, the distinguishing feature of a truly urbane culture. Out of the cave, the tribal teepee, the pueblo, the community fortress, man emerged to build himself a house of his own with a shelter in it for himself and his diversions. Every age has seen it so. The poor might have to huddle together in cities for need's sake, and the frontiersman cling to his neighbors for the sake of protection. But in each civilization, as it advanced, those who could afford it chose the luxury of a withdrawing-place. - Phyllis McGinley

When all the distractions and diversions have been made, at the end of it all we're about one mighty task, and that's vindicating the rule of law... Therefore, it's very important that we don't get sidetracked by attempts to cut deals or cry wolf about partisanship, but keep our eye on the ball. - Henry Hyde

Theological diversions, not scientifically fruitful suppositions. - National Center

The most recent effects of these diversions of funding have been seen in the unfolding tragedy of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans and the surrounding area. - Erica Frank

The lakes represent a fresh water ecosystem that's unique on our planet, supporting thousands of species, including human beings. These agreements will protect our Great Lakes from the threats of diversions outside this basin. - Jim Doyle

The decree is protection against all future diversions from the Arkansas River. The Board of Water Works was extremely cooperative in obtaining it, and we look for their help in defending it. We rely on their expertise. - Tom Florczak

No entertainment is so cheap as reading, nor any pleasure so lasting. She will not want new fashions nor regret the loss of expensive diversions or variety of company if she can be amused with an author in her closet. - Mary Wortley