Thinking in its lower grades, is comparable to paper money, and in its higher forms it is a kind of poetry.

He that eats till he is sick must fast till he is well.

Proverb

Knowledge is generally considered a good thing so, presumably, knowing more about how the U.S. thinks and operates around the world is also good.

Peter Singer

It has been well said that tea is suggestive of a thousand wants, from which spring the decencies and luxuries of civilization.

Agnes Repplier

As soon as the land of any country has all become private property, the landlords, like all other men, love to reap where they never sowed, and demand a rent even for its natural produce.

Adam Smith

I had done all that I could, and no Man is well pleased to have his all neglected, be it ever so little.

Samuel Johnson

Formula for success: rise early, work hard, strike oil.

J. Paul Getty

Familiarity breeds contempt.

Publilius Syrus

The ultimate goal of the educational system is to shift to the individual the burden of pursing his own education. This will not be a widely shared pursuit until we get over our odd conviction that education is what goes on in school buildings and nowhere else.

John W. Gardner

A dream doesn't become reality through magic it takes sweat, determination and hard work.

Colin Powell

I argue very well. Ask any of my remaining friends. I can win an argument on any topic, against any opponent. People know this, and steer clear of me at parties. Often, as a sign of their great respect, they don't even invite me.

Dave Barry

If you don't change your beliefs, your life will be like this forever. Is that good news?

W. Somerset Maugham

Love conquers all.

Virgil