It seems that we learn lessons when we least expect them but always when we need them the most, and, read more

It seems that we learn lessons when we least expect them but always when we need them the most, and, the true "gift" in these lessons always lies in the learning process itself.

Through wisdom is a house built; and by understanding it is established; and by knowledge shall every room be filled read more

Through wisdom is a house built; and by understanding it is established; and by knowledge shall every room be filled with precious and pleasant riches.

Listen or thy tongue will keep thee deaf.

Listen or thy tongue will keep thee deaf.

Elegance of language may not be in the power of all of us; but simplicity and straight forwardness are. Write read more

Elegance of language may not be in the power of all of us; but simplicity and straight forwardness are. Write much as you would speak; speak as you think. If with your inferior, speak no coarser than usual; if with your superiors, no finer.

No one wants advice -- only corroboration. - The Winter of Our Discontent.

No one wants advice -- only corroboration. - The Winter of Our Discontent.

Count your age with friends but not with years.

Count your age with friends but not with years.

Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.

Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.

A wise man thinks what is easy is difficult.

A wise man thinks what is easy is difficult.

Think no vice so small that you may commit it, and no virtue so small that you may over look read more

Think no vice so small that you may commit it, and no virtue so small that you may over look it.