It is by imitation, far more than by precept, that we learn everything; and what we learn thus, we acquire not only more effectually, but more pleasantly.

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.

Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little.

Those who don't know history are destined to repeat it.

The hottest fires in hell are reserved for those who remain neutral in times of moral crisis.

Silence is golden but when it threatens your freedom it's yellow.

In a democracy, the majority of the citizens is capable of exercising the most cruel oppressions upon the minority.

It is a general popular error to suppose the loudest complainers for the public to be the most anxious for its welfare.

When you fear something, learn as much about it as you can. Knowledge conquers fear.

Mere parsimony is not economy. Expense, and great expense, may be an essential part in true economy.

The Fate of good men who refuse to become involved in politics is to be ruled by evil men.

The river was so blue it seemed to be breathing.

Sweep the broomOver sand and stone.Softly, gently, Brush away the dust.Listen to the leavesAs they sing in the tree.Peace fills the soulWhen living well.

Only God knows the future and that we are to look to Him—not to the stars or the tea leaves or the lines on the palms of our hands—for our confidence in the future.

HOW CONCISE THAT YOU CAN CRY FROMAWFUL WOUNDS, DESERTION, HAPPINESS, MEMORIES, HUMILIATION, DISAPPOINTMENT OR GRANDEUR.

You can't make up anything anymore. The world itself is a satire. All you're doing is recording it.

Good things happen when you go for it!

My work throughout my life is always representative of the time we live in. It's all about keeping it in order and keeping it in gear.

Rational confidence [is] the just result of knowledge and experience.

I have so many runner-up cups that I am thinking of starting my own tea shop.

Being a geek is all about being honest about what you enjoy.