Why be an ostrich?

“Dear Scarlett! You aren't helpless. Anyone as selfish and determined as you are…”

“A new baby! Why, Scarlett, this is a surprise!” he laughed, leaning down to pus…”

“My! How the grapes are sour today!" -Rhett Butler”

“I'm tempting you with fine gifts until your girlish ideals are quite worn away …”