Boredom is a vital problem for the moralist, since atleast half the sins of mankind are caused by the fear of it.

Suffering is one very long moment. We cannot divide it by seasons. WE can only record its moods and chronicle their return.

It is easier to discover deficiencies in indivuduals, states and providence than to see their real import and value.

Keep things informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

A man without patience is a lamp without oil.

Everything is funny as long as it is happening to somebody else. -Will Rogers

Man must not check reason by tradition, but must check tradition by reason.

There is sweet joy that comes to us that comes to us after sorrow.

Twoprisoners whose cells adjoin communicate with each other by knocking on thewall. The wall is the thing which separates them but is also their means ofcommunication. It is the same with us and God. Every separation is a link.

Though patience be a tired mare, yet she will plod.

Speak whenyou are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret.

A man of courage is also full of faith.