Death never takes the wise man by surprise, he is always ready to go.

Patience and time do more than strength or passion.

A person often meets his destiny on the road he took to avoid it.

Rare as is true love, true friendship is rarer.

Friendship is the shadow of the evening, which increases with the setting sun of life.

Every flatterer lives at the expense of him who listens to him.

Man is so made that when anything fires his soul, impossibilities vanish.

All the brains in the world are powerless against the sort of stupidity that is in fashion.

Nothing is more dangerous than a friend without discretion; even a prudent enemy is preferable.

Beware, so long as you live, of judging men by their outward appearance.

It is twice the pleasure to deceive the deceiver.

If we study the Holy Scripture, the spirit shall minister to us the depths of truth of GOD.

Don't talk to me about aesthetics or tradition. Talk to me about what sells and what's good right now. And what the American people like is to think the underdog still has a chance.

I can only sing songs my way. I don't know any other way.

You can't really do anything creative without a source of inspiration.

When you are out of your comfort zone God can do what only He can do.

I really dont go out at all; I just stay at home and watch movies and skateboard around the house.

Each has to enter the nest made by the other imperfect bird.

Style advice? Always wear clothes... that are... clean, for starters. An added bonus if it is pressed as well. Unless you are wearing clothes that are supposed to look rumpled.

It used to be that youd have a song recorded by a major country artist and if it was a hit, you could buy a car. Now you can buy a dealership.

Vanity keeps persons in favor with themselves who are out of favor with all others.