A lost battle is a battle one thinks one has lost.

The greatest virtue of man is perhaps curiosity.

I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us,that the less we use our power the greater it will be.

I have discovered the art of deceiving diplomats. I speakthe truth, and they never believe me.

Kindness is never wasted. If it has no effect on the recepient, at least it benefits the bestower.

He whohurries cannot walk with dignity.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

Youcannot truly listen to anyone and do anything else at the same time.

Even to observe neutrality you must have a strong government

Democracy will break under the strain of apronstrings. It can exist only on trust.

Nothing is greater impediment to being on good terms with other than being ill at ease with yourself.

To ask advice is in nine cases out of ten tout for flattery.