Most of our so-called reasoning consists in finding arguments for going on believingas we already do.

Man is born free, and everywhere is is in chains

Kindwords do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.

One should never rub bottoms with a porcupine.

A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trials.

Keepthings 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

Hold a true friend with both your hands.

The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.

Girls .. . were allowed to play in the house . . . and boys were sent outdoors. . .Boys ran around in the yard with toy guns going kksshh-kksshh,fighting wars for made-up reasons and arguing about whowas dead, while girls stayed inside and played with dol

Neveranswer a letter while you are angry.

The function of genius is to furnish cretins with ideas twenty year later.

Pleasure is the sincerest compliment.