Sophia: I remember when people used to die at Shady Pines. I hated the way the nurses used to break the news. "Guess who's getting two desserts tonight?" It was so transparent.

Blanche: Dear God, I know it's been an awful long time since I've done this, and I'm sorry. You have given me a lot to be thankful for. My wonderful children, my health, a beautiful body, legs to die for. A face that is stunningly sexy and yet has the innocence of a child, with luscious lips that just invite-
Dorothy: He knows what you look like, Blanche.
Blanche: Yes, you know what I look like and I just wanted to say good job. Oh, but, dear God, I do have a favor to ask. Could you please spare my friend Rose? Now, I know I haven't been perfect, but if you can just let her live, I promise I'll try to be a better person. And if, in your infinite wisdom, you decide to start the aging process on me, I will understand. [Dorothy covers Sophia's mouth] And I promise I will not have sex with anyone unless they really, really need it. Amen.

Blanche: Well, I thought maybe the three of us could go to church together just like good people.
Janet: Oh, you know how I feel about organized religion. It makes me crazy. And I do not want Sarah's head filled with stories about a God who may or may not exist.
Blanche: Well, honey, of course He exists. Just look at the beautiful sky, the majestic trees. God created man and gave him a heart and a mind and thighs that could crack walnuts.