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A child's life is like a piece of paper on which every person leaves a mark.
A child's life is like a piece of paper on which every person leaves a mark.
Do not fear going forward slowly; fear only to stand still.
Do not fear going forward slowly; fear only to stand still.
Just as tall trees are known by their shadows, so can good men be known by their enemies.
Just as tall trees are known by their shadows, so can good men be known by their enemies.
A man should choose a friend who is better than himself. There are plenty of acquaintances in the world; but read more
A man should choose a friend who is better than himself. There are plenty of acquaintances in the world; but very few real friends.
A one hundred yard high tower still has its foundation on the ground.
A one hundred yard high tower still has its foundation on the ground.
A bit of fragrance clings to the hand that gives flowers.
A bit of fragrance clings to the hand that gives flowers.
The great question is not whether you have failed, but whether you are content with failure.
The great question is not whether you have failed, but whether you are content with failure.
Don't open a shop unless you like to smile.
Don't open a shop unless you like to smile.
The second best times tend to be more difficult.
The second best times tend to be more difficult.