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He that lives well sees a farre off.
He that lives well sees a farre off.
If you say hard things you must expect to hear them in return.
If you say hard things you must expect to hear them in return.
Endure the present, and watch for better things.
Endure the present, and watch for better things.
Every epigram should resemble a bee; it should have sting, honey,
and brevity.
Every epigram should resemble a bee; it should have sting, honey,
and brevity.
You cannot hide an eele in a sacke.
You cannot hide an eele in a sacke.
Neither bribe nor loose thy right.
Neither bribe nor loose thy right.
Every fat (vat) must stand upon its bottom.
Every fat (vat) must stand upon its bottom.
Ships feare fire more then water.
Ships feare fire more then water.
The hour of happiness which comes unexpectedly is the happiest.
The hour of happiness which comes unexpectedly is the happiest.