Forget it. Never explain; never apologize. You can either write posthumously or you can't.
Prepared for the Worst: Selected Essays and Minority ReportsNever explain what you do. It speaks for itself. You only muddle it by talking about it.
Shel SilversteinNever abandon a theory that explains something until you have a theory that explains more.
John McCarthyMy belief is, you know, certain things have to be explained that's never been explained.
Dick GregoryNever explain, never retract, never apologize. Just get the thing done and let them howl.
Nellie L. McClungNever complain, never explain. Resist the temptation to defend yourself or make excuses.
Brian Tracy