This above all makes history useful and desirable it unfolds before our eyes a glorious record of exemplary actions.

Rome has grown since its humble beginnings that it is now overwhelmed by its own greatness.

The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze.

Men are slower to recognize blessings than evils.

A fraudulent intent, however carefully concealed at the outset, will generally, in the end, betray itself.

Adversity makes men remember God.

There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.

Shared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.

The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because they had not yet tasted the sweetness of freedom.

There is nothing worse than being ashamed of parsimony or poverty.

Great contests generally excite great animosities.

Rene Caron takes my breath away!

Only the frantic of fear can harm you. Your calm and centered self knows exactly what to do.

Forget your mistakes but remember what they taught you.

People who wouldn't think of taking a sieve to the well to draw water fail to see the folly in taking a camera to make a painting.

I have a great deal of confidence in myself and in my faith.

You tend to feel very hurt when people attack you and feel indifferent when you get praise. You think, 'Of course they like it. They should like it.'

Joy is one part inner peace, one part giddy delight and 100% attainable.

There always seems to be someone looking over your shoulder - just waiting for an opportunity to lecture on The Darker Side of Chocolate

I love the earth. If you ask me it's the greatest planet in the world.

Twenty-five million veterans are living among us today. These men and women selflessly set aside their civilian lives to put on the uniform and serve us.