Power, however it has evolved, whatever its origins, willnot be given up without a struggle.

Kindwords do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.

I have oftenregretted my speech, never my silence.

It is better to trust and sometimes be disappointed thanto be forever mistrusting and be right occasionally.

Being virtuous is no feat once temptation ceases.

Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored.

It is in our idleness, in our dreams, that submerged truth sometimes comes to top.

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,

If a man is prodigal, he cannot be truly generous

you cannot build character and courage by taking away man's initiatives and independence.

You can be erudite with knowledge of others; you can be wise only with your wisdom.

Voilence is a Just when kindness is vain